Friday, November 29, 2024

Never forget: misogyny is a skill issue

Screenshot of a discussion and post on tumblr: &10;&10;Male behavior towards female gamers&10;A 2015 study found that lower-skilled male players of Halo 3 were more hostile towards teammates with a female voice, but behaved more submissively to players with a male voice.&10;Higher-skilled male players, on the other hand, behaved more positively towards female players. The authors argued the male hostility towards female gamers in terms of evolutionary psychology, writing, "female-initiated disruption of a male hierarchy incites hostile behaviour from poor performing males who stand to lose the most status". &10;Still the best gaming fact.&10;&10;Top reply:&10;&10;Noted: misogyny is a skill issue