This episode examines the ways in which character animation, which can be a wonderful tool for all sorts of creative expression, is often used in limiting and stereotypical ways to sexualize female characters. We then illustrate that this is just one of many ways that games are predominantly designed around the male gaze, and discuss why male characters who may be depicted wearing little clothing are not objectified in the way that female characters are.

This is the second episode in season two of Tropes vs. Women in Video Games. For more on the format changes accompanying season two, please see our announcement here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/566429325/tropes-vs-women-in-video-games/posts/1469466

Full transcript, links and resources to artists featured in this episode:
http://wp.me/p5WxZG-9wM

Press Image for Media Use: https://www.flickr.com/photos/femfreq/26155562055

ABOUT THE SERIES
The Tropes vs Women in Video Games project aims to examine the plot devices and patterns most often associated with female characters in gaming from a systemic, big picture perspective. This series will include critical analysis of many beloved games and characters, but remember that it is both possible (and even necessary) to simultaneously enjoy media while also being critical of it’s more problematic or pernicious aspects. This video series is created by Anita Sarkeesian and the project was funded by 6968 awesome backers on Kickstarter.com

GAMES REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE
Assassin's Creed Syndicate (2015)
Batman: Arkham City (2011)
Bayonetta 2 (2014)
Bullet Witch (2007)
Destiny (2014)
Grand Theft Auto V (2013)
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (2002)
Mass Effect 2 (2010)
Metal Gear Solid V (2015)
Ninja Gaiden II (2008)
Remember Me (2013)
Resident Evil: Revelations (2012)
Saints Row: The Third (2011)
Street Fighter V (2016)
The Last of Us: Left Behind (2014)
Tomb Raider (2013)
Uncharted 2 (2009)

FAIR USE
The multimedia clips included in this video constitute a 'fair use' of any copyrighted material as provided for in Section 107 of U.S. Copyright law which allows for criticism, comment and scholarship.

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TROPES SEASON 1:
Damsel in Distress Part 1: http://youtu.be/X6p5AZp7r_Q
Damsel in Distress Part 2: http://youtu.be/toa_vH6xGqs
Damsel in Distress Part 3: http://youtu.be/LjImnqH_KwM
Ms. Male Character: http://youtu.be/eYqYLfm1rWA
Women as Background Decoration Part 1: http://youtu.be/4ZPSrwedvsg
Women as Background Decoration Part 2: https://youtu.be/5i_RPr9DwMA
Women as Reward: https://youtu.be/QC6oxBLXtkU
Women as Reward - Special DLC Mini-Episode: https://youtu.be/WcqEZqBoGdM

TROPES SEASON 2:
Strategic Butt Coverings: https://youtu.be/ujTufg1GvR4