Navigating Creativity in Gaming and DIY Culture

This chapter explores the complex interplay between creativity, community dynamics, and ethical considerations within Minecraft modding and the maker movement. It highlights how players push boundaries through innovative modifications, while also critiquing the pressures of neoliberalism that shape both gaming and DIY ideologies. Through engaging anecdotes and reflections, the narrative examines the impact of these philosophies on childhood creativity, family engagement, and broader societal implications.