Female Game Characters

[teutonicman]

Why are many females in video games usually very skanked up? Whether it is a small tank top trying to contain two melons or a mini-skirt/ short short with legs that go from here to the horizon. Now first I know that there a some games that have strong female characters (ex Alyx from half-life). but then you have the majority of games like Onechanbara bikini samurai squad or DoA beach volley ball. Here's a link to a vid that talks about gaming and sexuality
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFywW99Uvwc

 

[Fairee]

It's because games developers think that men are so shallow they won't buy games with images of real women in. That's ridiculous. And isn't helping those of us who are already worried we won't get a guy because we don't look like a model.

 

[Biek]

I read a review of that onechanbara game. I felt insulted to be among the target audience. I consider those games soft-porn instead of actual videogames. Claiming to enjoy those games for the gameplay/story etc is like claiming you read Playboy for the articles.

 

[The Cheezy One]

its also awkward if you are playing a good game but with a practically naked girl on it

 

[BlindTom]

I never liked playing as April Ryan when she was in her 'undies'

 

[WillSimplyBe]

My perception of anyone who owned that game would immediately change... also I probably wouldn't want to touch anything they owned.

 

[BlindTom]

We found a mateys copy of Leisure Suit Larry when we went back to his house after a night out. It didn't appear to feature any of what we were after, but there were some giggles about him buying a porn game...

 

[SmilingKitsune]

It's because games developers think that men are so shallow they won't buy games with images of real women in. That's ridiculous. And isn't helping those of us who are already worried we won't get a guy because we don't look like a model.

What do you mean real women? I say fuck it, if "real man" is a muscular, witty, funny and heroic tough guy I try to be, then real woman is a supermodel with D cups and and waist no wider than the palm of my hand. Why the double standards? Go the gym.

You really are hoping for an "asshole of the year" award aren't you?

 

[Fairee]

It's because games developers think that men are so shallow they won't buy games with images of real women in. That's ridiculous. And isn't helping those of us who are already worried we won't get a guy because we don't look like a model.

What do you mean real women? I say fuck it, if "real man" is a muscular, witty, funny and heroic tough guy I try to be, then real woman is a supermodel with D cups and and waist no wider than the palm of my hand. Why the double standards? Go the gym.

I never mentioned the stereotypes of men in games. I realise that men are also not portrayed realistically, and I for one wouldn't want them to be like that.

As for go to the gym, that's just harsh. I shouldn't have to conform to the majority to be appreciated.

 

[Fairee]

It's because games developers think that men are so shallow they won't buy games with images of real women in. That's ridiculous. And isn't helping those of us who are already worried we won't get a guy because we don't look like a model.

What do you mean real women? I say fuck it, if "real man" is a muscular, witty, funny and heroic tough guy I try to be, then real woman is a supermodel with D cups and and waist no wider than the palm of my hand. Why the double standards? Go the gym.

You really are hoping for an "asshole of the year" award aren't you?

Not just hoping for, he's earned it too.

 

[J.E.T.]

I have long wondered this as well, they seem to think that "skanked up" girls make a game more atrractive for the dude side of the population. But I'm a dude and I prefer a strong [and not skankey] girl along side me in a fire-fight/story....also yeah I think they would prefer full battle armour over a skimpy suit that. "Shows off more flesh than a surgens convernsion."

 

[AbsoluteVirtue18]

Claire Redfield is pretty and realistic. She's also badass and a good role model.

 

[Syphonz]

Why are many females in video games usually very skanked up? Whether it is a small tank top trying to contain two melons or a mini-skirt/ short short with legs that go from here to the horizon. Now first I know that there a some games that have strong female characters (ex Alyx from half-life). but then you have the majority of games like Onechanbara bikini samurai squad or DoA beach volley ball. Here's a link to a vid that talks about gaming and sexuality
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFywW99Uvwc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-rTuKFkHIc&feature=channel_page

 

[BlindTom]

My cat is called Jim.

 

[roblikestoskate]

It's because games developers think that men are so shallow they won't buy games with images of real women in. That's ridiculous. And isn't helping those of us who are already worried we won't get a guy because we don't look like a model.

What do you mean real women? I say fuck it, if "real man" is a muscular, witty, funny and heroic tough guy I try to be, then real woman is a supermodel with D cups and and waist no wider than the palm of my hand. Why the double standards? Go the gym.

You really are hoping for an "asshole of the year" award aren't you?

his language is blunt, but i think he brings up a good point that idealized appearances aren't necessarily limited to women in games. the dudes in Gears of War are unrealistically strong and fit and Snake and Raiden don't represent physique of the average male either. And rather than being offended, he suggests that we look to improving ourselves rather than complain about a game that may or may not make us conscious about our looks.

 

[xenxander]

It's because games developers think that men are so shallow they won't buy games with images of real women in. That's ridiculous. And isn't helping those of us who are already worried we won't get a guy because we don't look like a model.

If a real woman is cute and friendly and likes games, she's #1 on my list as a potential GF, no need for a super model here. I was actually just thinking these lines when I found this thread. The first "parasite eve" game had the cop woman in real clothes and I found it a good game - so let's go back to that.

Hmm I always wonder if I'll get a girl if I don't look like Conan.

 

[squid5580]

Why do male characters never incurr the same wrath? They are always wearing clothes that make them appear more attractive. Not to mention thier perfect bodies, hair that is always set right no matter what they are doing. And who wants to play a game jam packed with unattractive people? You are going to be looking at them for 6 - 100 hours don't you want them to be appealling?

 

[Fairee]

It's because games developers think that men are so shallow they won't buy games with images of real women in. That's ridiculous. And isn't helping those of us who are already worried we won't get a guy because we don't look like a model.

If a real woman is cute and friendly and likes games, she's #1 on my list as a potential GF, no need for a super model here. I was actually just thinking these lines when I found this thread. The first "parasite eve" game had the cop woman in real clothes and I found it a good game - so let's go back to that.

Hmm I always wonder if I'll get a girl if I don't look like Conan.

Don't worry, you probably will. As long as a guy is friendly and shares some of my interests and cute (unless you object to the term) then he's potential BF material.