MINI-GUIDES

An Informed Approach to Masculinity in Games

Creative decisions in video games can shape how players perceive

manhood and masculinity, and can reinforce or challenge gender stereotypes in ways players may not consciously notice. This guide presents some of the challenges and opportunities.

Working Toward An Empowering Portrayal of Female Characters in Games

Games can move beyond stereotypes toward a more balanced and inclusive portrayals of female characters. This guide offers questions and opportunities to rethink how female characters are represented.

5 Ps of Character Development

Construct multidimensional characters with distinct personalities, motivations, and backstories, applying GDI’s 5Ps to support comprehensive character development.

Social Identity Mapping

Here’s an exercise to help you better understand your social identity — in other words, how you identify yourself in relation to others — and how it shapes the stories and characters you may create.