Diversity and Representation in Gaming
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Black Voices in Gaming, a non-profit organization, aims to accelerate careers of Black professionals in the game industry by providing funding, connections, and mentorship.
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The initiative emphasizes the importance of representation and culture in gaming, helping to elevate diverse voices and share narratives from varied backgrounds.
Industry Support and Opportunities
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The organization offers developers chances to showcase work at major events like E3, LA Comic Con, and The MIX, amplifying their reach to wider audiences.
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Cry GX, a solo developer, highlights how Black Voices in Gaming restored faith in the industry by providing funding, connections, and wisdom from experienced professionals.
Collaborative Nature of Game Development
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Games are described as the most collaborative medium, bringing together a siloed tech industry with audiences who participate in the creation process, from testing to final product.
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Table reads in game development, lasting 30-60 minutes, are used to quickly test actor chemistry and determine if casting works, similar to film and TV practices.
Gaming's Impact on Personal and Family Life
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Video games have become a generational connection, with the speaker playing PlayStation 1 with their dad and now gaming with their own son, creating a lifelong bond.
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The speaker uses gaming as a teachable moment with their children, using games like 2K to cultivate basketball movements and art skills their son has developed since age 3.