The video games industry, and in particular the indie scene, has become a creative outlet for a number of LGBTQ+ developers. While just 1.4% of average Brits don’t identify as cis-gendered, that figure rises to 5% in the games industry. That represents up to seven times the average of the general British population – depending on which sources you trust – and the figures continue to surprise when we look solely at the non-binary and transgendered community. GameCentral begins its celebration of Pride Month with a look at how important video games can be to those exploring their sexuality and gender.Ī recent study* showed that 21% of people in the video games industry identify as LGBTQ+.
Bayonetta 2 – games don’t have to purposefully court the community to be of interest (pic: PlatinumGame/.uk)
