

Marijam Did, "Everything to Play For: An Insider's Guide to How Videogames are Changing Our World" (Verso, 2024)
Feb 3, 2025
Marijam Did, an industry insider and author of "Everything to Play For," dives into how video games shape our world. She challenges stereotypes by discussing the often unseen diversity within gaming communities. Did rethinks violence in games, advocating for their potential to address serious themes artistically. The conversation illuminates gaming's political power and the need for industry reforms. Did's insights encourage a critical engagement with gaming culture, promoting a more inclusive and impactful future.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Unpacking the Stereotypes of the Video Game Industry
04:11 • 5min
Rethinking Violence in Video Games
09:03 • 9min
Navigating Diversity and Monopolization in Gaming Culture
17:45 • 5min
Gaming and Political Expression
23:13 • 25min
Exploring Future Endeavors After a Book Release
48:12 • 3min