Hello, and welcome to another episode of Talk This! It’s Dangerous to Podcast Alone. This week, we’re talking about female protagonists in video games.
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The Topic
How have female protagonists evolved over time in number and in depiction? What are some common trends among female protagonists? What sorts of obstacles still exist to their inclusion in games? Why will some game series likely never feature one?
The Actual Discussion
We talk about famous examples of female protagonists in the big game sphere, and we look back in history to see the way they’ve evolved. We touch on Echoes of Wisdom, Princess Peach Showtime, and Ghost of Yotei as emblematic of some shifts in the industry. Also, we consider whether things will continue to improve.
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