Gaming The System - The Feminist Gaming Podcast

GTS revisits accessible gaming as we discuss The Last Of Us franchise. We explore why there is no "default setting" with guest and friend of the pod Ross, who is an avid gamer and works for the Royal National Institute of Blind People. ----- PATREON! GTS now has a Patreon page! If you want to support us in our quest to create feminist gaming content, you can donate on this link. www.patr...

Lots in the news about pre-release leaks and behind-the-scenes drama. Alex, Matt and Jem talk GTA 6 leaks and whether harassment and banter really are an important part of the creative process. They also ask how organisational cultures impact diversity and equality in the industry and the finished products that we get to play. ----- PATREON! GTS now has a Patreon page! If you want to support us in...

Alex and Matt discuss upcoming game Stellar Blade, recently revealed, with equally revealing protagonists...but is there really a place for senpai's sexy shooters in 2022? ----- PATREON! GTS now has a Patreon page! If you want to support us in our quest to create feminist gaming content, you can donate on this link. www.patreon.com/gamingthesystem 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on B lueS...

Lots in the news about pre-release leaks and behind-the-scenes drama. Alex, Matt and Jem talk GTA 6 leaks and whether harassment and banter really are an important part of the creative process. They also ask how organisational cultures impact diversity and equality in the industry and the finished products that we get to play. ----- PATREON! GTS now has a Patreon page! If you want to support us in...

GTS has returned after a summer break to bring you more feminist gaming content!  Alex and Matt discuss upcoming game Stellar Blade, recently revealed, with equally revealing protagonists...but is there really a place for senpai's sexy shooters in 2022? Part 2 coming on 20th October. ----- PATREON! GTS now has a Patreon page! If you want to support us in our quest to create feminist gaming co...

It's Wimbledon fortnight in the UK and we are going through the game of tennis with our fine-tooth feminist comb. ----- Listen to or Watch the Gaming The System podcast on the links below! ----- https://open.spotify.com/show/43RqU6Iesnl20fsUQvT35b?si=603f6b4b2c4f46bd https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LL4mDSpHXmwXj-gxv1b0Q/featured #feminism #feminist #patriarchy #sexism #equality #intersecti...

It's Wimbledon fortnight in the UK and we are going through the game of tennis with our fine-tooth feminist comb. ----- Listen to or Watch the Gaming The System podcast on the links below! ----- https://open.spotify.com/show/43RqU6Iesnl20fsUQvT35b?si=603f6b4b2c4f46bd https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LL4mDSpHXmwXj-gxv1b0Q/featured #feminism #feminist #patriarchy #sexism #equality #intersecti...

It's Wimbledon fortnight in the UK and we are going through the game of tennis with our fine-tooth feminist comb. ----- Listen to or Watch the Gaming The System podcast on the links below! ----- https://open.spotify.com/show/43RqU6Iesnl20fsUQvT35b?si=603f6b4b2c4f46bd https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LL4mDSpHXmwXj-gxv1b0Q/featured #feminism #feminist #patriarchy #sexism #equality #intersecti...

TRIGGER WARNING – We will be discussing virtual sexual assault & rape Is the Metaverse going to be a safe space? With reports of sexual assault in the Metaverse Jem and Matt discuss whether the organisations at the helm of our virtual futures are doing enough to protect users. As online worlds become ever more immersive, are we at risk of creating a training ground for misogyny?   How can we g...

TRIGGER WARNING – We will be discussing virtual sexual assault & rape Is the Metaverse going to be a safe space? With reports of sexual assault in the Metaverse Jem and Matt discuss whether the organisations at the helm of our virtual futures are doing enough to protect users. As online worlds become ever more immersive, are we at risk of creating a training ground for misogyny?   How can we g...

A very special new bonus round of a dating game where Alex has to choose between 5 luck bachelors and bachelorettes. Will she pick a scumbag or a saviour? ----- Listen to or Watch the Gaming The System podcast on the links below! ----- https://open.spotify.com/show/43RqU6Iesnl20fsUQvT35b?si=603f6b4b2c4f46bd https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LL4mDSpHXmwXj-gxv1b0Q/featured #feminism #feminist #patr...

PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT GTS now has a Patreon page! If you want to support us in our quest to create feminist gaming content, you can donate on this link. https://www.patreon.com/m/9741369/posts ----- Women are almost never just people in games. They are mothers, daughters, girlfriends, wives. We discuss how women are so often cast in male adjacent roles, why it happens and why it's bad for ever...

Accessibility is a feminist issue and it's fantastic to see one of the best triple-A game studios prioritising and celebratin their accessibility features. Check out the announcement below: https://sms.playstation.com/stories/god-of-war-ragnarok-accessibility-features PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT GTS now has a Patreon page! If you want to support us in our quest to create feminist gaming content, you...

We wade into the murky depths of the internet to learn about the satanic influences of porn and video games that are destroying the world! 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on B lueSky (@gamingthesystem.bsky.social), Instagram (@gamingthesystempodcast) or in the comments on YouTube! If you love Gaming The System , consider supporting us: 🔹 Patreon: patreon.com/gamingthesystem – get exclusive co...

Part 2 of our conversation about the good, the bad and the ugly aspects of online communities. Today we focus solely on the ugly. What are the worst things about online communities? 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on B lueSky (@gamingthesystem.bsky.social), Instagram (@gamingthesystempodcast) or in the comments on YouTube! If you love Gaming The System , consider supporting us: 🔹 Patreon: pat...

We wade into the murky depths of the internet to learn about the satanic influences of porn and video games that are destroying the world! 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on B lueSky (@gamingthesystem.bsky.social), Instagram (@gamingthesystempodcast) or in the comments on YouTube! If you love Gaming The System , consider supporting us: 🔹 Patreon: patreon.com/gamingthesystem – get exclusive co...

PATREON ANNOUNCEMENT GTS now has a Patreon page! If you want to support us in our quest to create feminist gaming content, you can donate on this link. https://www.patreon.com/m/9741369/posts ----- We wade into the murky depths of the internet to learn about the satanic influences of porn and video games that are destroying the world! 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on B lueSky (@gamingthesyst...

We had some fun with an article on how we need more Alpha Males to "combat our hyper-feminized society" on our podcast last week. Including gems like "Alphas are always operating from a position of sexual abundance." P.S Matt is reading from an article. These are not his words! ----- Listen to or Watch the Gaming The System podcast on the links below! ----- https://open.spotify...

We examine the archetypal alpha male characters in games. Do alpha males even exist? And if they do, are they positive role models for the modern man? ----- PAYPAL & PATREON If you want to support us, you can send us a one-off donation via paypal or subscribe monthly to our Patreon. For paypal, send your donation to: wearegamingthesystem@gmail.com For patreon: patreon.com/gamingthesystem  ----...

Feminist board game Library Labyrinth just concluded it's Kickstarter campaign and it was a staggering success. Mill joins Matt to talk about the campaign and what is next for Library Labyrinth. If you want to know more about the game or pre-order a copy, go to: https://librarylabyrinth.com/ ----- Listen to or Watch the Gaming The System podcast on the links below! ----- https://open.spotify....

Part 1 of our conversation about the good, the bad and the ugly aspects of online communities. We discuss the essential core elements that turn a group into a community and how they translate to the virtual 'gaming' world.  📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on B lueSky (@gamingthesystem.bsky.social), Instagram (@gamingthesystempodcast) or in the comments on YouTube! If you love Gaming...

Welcome, Foul Tarnished, to our deep dive into the majestic world of Elden Ring. We explore the creepiest, weirdest, most befuddling elements of the game that has taken over the world.    - Listen to or Watch the Gaming The System podcast on the links below! -----     https://open.spotify.com/show/43RqU6Iesnl20fsUQvT35b?si=603f6b4b2c4f46bd https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LL4mDSpHXmwXj-gxv1b0Q/f...

Matt, Jem and Alex are all voraciously powering their way through the Horizon franchise and they have many, many thoughts to share. What is the Christopher Nolan Syndrome and how do Guerilla Studios measure up to the FemPat Index? ----- Listen to or Watch the Gaming The System podcast on the links below! ----- https://open.spotify.com/show/43RqU6I... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LL... #femin...

Homo sapiens have been playing games for 1000s of year. Join us on a journey through time, from the olympics all the way to Elden Ring. 📢 Support the Podcast! Let us know on B lueSky (@gamingthesystem.bsky.social), Instagram (@gamingthesystempodcast) or in the comments on YouTube! If you love Gaming The System , consider supporting us: 🔹 Patreon: patreon.com/gamingthesystem – get exclusive conte...

Alex and Matt share their thoughts on the awesome Video Game Accessibility Awards 2021 ceremony. The awards show celebrates the brilliance of game developers who are prioritizing and expanding accessibility in video games  The ceremony is hosted by Alanah Pearce and Steven Spohn, but keep your eyes peeled for the legendary guests like JackSepticEye and Ryan Reynolds.  You can enjoy the ceremony it...