For Black Americans, the Video Game Industry has been a reflection of the larger society in which we inhabit. We have been loyal contributors and supporters from as far back as the Atari 2600 but have been relegated to the role of “slightly tolerated consumer\u201d. When Developers are asked why so little representation exists for us in their video games, they blame it on the lack of diversity in the workforce. But when we apply for jobs at the largest Publishers and Developers, we are denied because of “cultural fit”. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This cycle allows the industry and its leadership to engage in perpetual finger-pointing to deflect from the real culprit, racism. While the industry has done some performative changes, is it really a more inclusive space for Black Americans?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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