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Blake's Thoughts on Dragon's Crown's Sexism


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 04:38 PM | Filed Under Blogs

 I know it seems trivial. It really is. Then again, so is gaming. We still complain about it. Why? Because we're passionate. A lot of the women who fight for this stuff are also passionate about games, and want to see changes  either to make them feel more comfortable in their escapist fantasies or to try to progress the medium further as an artform. I'm all for this kind of exaggeration as long as there games that also cater to other genders. Not every game has to cater to both, and we can have games that cater to one or the other. However there should be some form of diversity, both because of equality and because I want to see gaming taken as seriously as other forms of entertainment.

Blake's Thoughts on Dragon's Crown's Sexism


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 04:34 PM | Filed Under Blogs

Yeah I suppose. I don't think there is any agenda there, just inexperience. That could be inexperience reviewing proffessionally or inexperience with the genre. If I were to do a review of this genre I imagine it would be quite similar. Give me a review of a western rpg, a horror game, or a skating sim and I could give you 4 pages. Also, a lot of sites have word limits. People have shorter attention spans these days, and sites try to give as much information as they can in a short amount of time.

 I guess what I'm saying is that if you want that sort of depth, go to a site that caters specifically to that genre. Those people know the ins and outs of a genre, and since they're going for a niche audience who are already extremely invested in the genre, they can go nuts with their reviews. A site like IGN, Gamespot, or Polygon really can't afford to or they'll lose the viewers interest.

Blake's Thoughts on Dragon's Crown's Sexism


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 03:18 PM | Filed Under Blogs

 Yeah, Bilby and I watched the trailer and she though that the women were justified due to the exaggerated nature of the art style. She thought both the guys and the girls were equally ridiculous and didn't really give a damn. Neither did I tbh, but there are a lot of women out there who just don't give a shit. People are individuals, and are offended by different things - regardless of gender.

 Also, I really don't find massive breasts all that attractive. I prefer a b-c cup personally, but then again I don't really give a shit. Boobs are boobs, and I don't really get the fascination with size. I get the fascination with boobs, but not making the gigantic.

Blake's Thoughts on Dragon's Crown's Sexism


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 03:14 PM | Filed Under Blogs

I know. Just venting a little lol.

Blake's Thoughts on Dragon's Crown's Sexism


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 02:00 PM | Filed Under Blogs

 Eh, I think it's a well written review. She touches on the portrayel twice in the article. All the rest is about the game. She gave enough detail for people o decide whether or not they'd like the game or not, gave a good indication of how it played. For instance, these two paragraphs go into a decent amount of detail about the gameplay:

 

"Levels are set on a 2D plane, often filled with enough enemies to completely cover the screen. The pace is relentless. I sometimes lost track of my own character amid the chaos, but this isn't really a problem. Dragon's Crownrewards bombastic moves and has little patience for subtlety. While you can block and parry, it's more effective to mash the attack button and dodge only as needed.

Dragon's Crown's combat system is bolstered by its enemy variety. There are dozens of different beasts, mythological creatures and medieval jerks to beat up, all in their own themed stages. Some levels have you facing off against hordes of undead, while others feature demons, orcs or, you know, possessed tiger-dog … things. It's not just a game of numbers either; every enemy type requires a unique approach. Flying demons call for well-timed jump attacks, for example, while lumbering undead need to be beaten into a pulp at close range then avoided as they explode into green goo. The monster diversity helped to counteract the combat's mechanical simplicity, which is especially well realized in Dragon's Crown's boss fights."

Blake's Thoughts on Dragon's Crown's Sexism


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 01:55 PM | Filed Under Blogs

 Which is retarded. I think it's made worse by the fact that other game sites gave it higher ratings. I mean shit, look at the comments on Gamespot's review of The Last of Us for having the Audacity to give it an 8. Which coincidentally is what I would have given it.

 Reviews are opinions given by someone who has experience in a field. That's all they are, and that's all they ever will be. People need to learn this.

Blake's Thoughts on Dragon's Crown's Sexism


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 01:36 PM | Filed Under Blogs

 Yeah I suppose. Then again you have to guage who you are talking to. Men and women are all individuals with different upbringings and you kind of have to take that into consideration before a jest. I wouldn't make Holocaust jokes to someone who was in a P.O.W. camp, but if I had a Jewish friend who I knew could take it, I'd go nuts. If you are making jokes about someone though, expect it back. People are all assholes, not just men or women.

Blake's Thoughts on Dragon's Crown's Sexism


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 01:10 PM | Filed Under Blogs

 Yeah. I tend to think if you want to be treated equally, you should accept jokes at your expense. If you don't, you're segregating yourself from everyone else. That's my opinion anyway. I'm probably wrong, as per usual. I do agree with people being overly sensative though. It is kind of ridiculous.

 Also, thank you!

What Blake Is Playing


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 12:12 PM | Filed Under Blogs

They really are gorgeous! I think the Sylvari areas are the most beautiful and original. The human and Charr I find kind of meh. I'm trying out a Necromancer atm. Might try an Elementalist, but I just hate their clothes.

What Blake Is Playing


Posted on 08/04/2013 at 02:11 AM | Filed Under Blogs

I was a Sylvari Ranger last time. Mainly because of the pets. The Fern Hound is awesome! I want to try a magic class this time.

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