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Roguelike Radio
Episode 42: Elitism
Jul 28, 2012
The podcast explores the issue of elitism in the roguelike community and its wider implications. They discuss the definitions of a roguelike game and how rigid ideas can lead to exclusivity. They also talk about online elitism and accusations of elitism in podcast episodes. The speakers address the impact of negative opinions on listeners' favorite games and the time investment and challenges of mastering roguelike games. They also touch on complexity and user-friendly interfaces, as well as the futility of internet arguments and debates on subgenres.
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- Elitism within the Roguelike community affects attitudes towards other genres and games, hindering inclusivity and embracing new ideas.
- The lack of a larger community that plays and discusses multiple Roguelikes limits engagement and exploration across different games in the genre.
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Elitism in the Roguelike Community
The podcast delves into the issue of elitism within the Roguelike community, both among players and developers. The hosts discuss the backlash against the Diablo episode, which sparked accusations of elitism. They highlight the wider problem of elitism within the community and how it affects attitudes towards other genres and games that may not fit the traditional Roguelike mold. While some argue for exclusivity, the hosts advocate for inclusivity and embracing new ideas in order to enrich the genre.
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