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52 – Woodcock – Marx at the Arcade

Game Studies Study Buddies

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Exploring Marxism in Video Games

The chapter delves into the intersection of Marxism and video games, analyzing the representation of Karl Marx in Assassin's Creed Syndicate and the ideological implications in gaming genres. It discusses a book introducing leftist messaging in video games for those interested in politics within the gaming industry but require more foundational knowledge. The hosts examine the concepts of Marxism applied to the world of gaming, critiquing the depiction of Marx in the popular Assassin's Creed game and its deviation from his historical beliefs.

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