Sunday 21 November 2010

Critical Investigation Title

"How is violence portrayed in modern videogames, such as the 'Call of Duty' series, and does this negatively affect players/audiences and why?"


Title Keywords & Synonyms:

Violence -> Blood and Gore/Snuff -> Murder of NPCs -> Photorealistic violence

Videogames -> Medium of play (Consoles vs PC and related demographic) -> Modern Technology -> Digital Media and Distribution

Demgraphic -> Audience and Players/Playerbase -> Age Restrictions and sutibility vs 'Obscene' content -> ESRB ratings

Gameplay -> Enemies/evil faction (linked to diversity, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia) -> In-game mechanics and rewards -> Multiplayer incentives and experience

Call of Duty -> Medal of Honor -> Prototype -> Mass Effect

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