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LGBTQ Game Archive
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A curated/researched collection of information of LGBTQ content in digital games from 1980s-present. Our profile icon was designed by Adrienne Shaw (2024)adapting an icon created by zidney from the Noun Project. https://lgbtqgamearchive.wordpress.com/
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Final section of the LGBTQ Video Game Archive Infographic, and what may be the most important reminder of how relatively little (with all the caveats about quantifying LGBTQ+ content acknowledged) there is out there. Full and downloadable PDF versions of here: lgbtqgamearchive.com/lgbtq-video-...
Infographic titled '% of Games with LGBTQ+ Representation' featuring three claw machines. Left to right: 1.08% for 2010s games, 0.5% on itch.io as of October 2022, 2.5% on Steam as of November 2023. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive. Dark background conveys a serious tone.
June 30, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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: Infographic titled 'History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation.' It features four categories: US political events, gaming events, LGBTQ+ protagonists, and same-sex relationships in games from 2021 to 2024. Notable mentions include the Gayming Awards, 'Life is Strange: True Colors,' 'The Sims 4,' 'Baldur's Gate 3,' and 'Dragon Age: Veilguard.' Political context notes the Respect for Marriage Act and increasing anti-LGBTQ bills by 2024. A timeline layout with images and icons conveys a sense of expansion in representation and recognition. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 29, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Day 4 of smaller sections from the LGBTQ Video Game Archive Infographic, which you can find the full and downloadable PDF versions of here: lgbtqgamearchive.com/lgbtq-video-...
Timeline detailing LGBTQ+ video game representation from 2016 to 2020. Includes key political and gaming events, such as anti-LGBTQ legislation, GLAAD initiatives, and games like "Dream Daddy" and "Tell Me Why." Displays an infographic layout with colorful sections for each year and topic. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 29, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Infographic titled 'History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation' shows a timeline from 2011 to 2015. It highlights key events in LGBTQ+ political history, gaming milestones, notable LGBTQ+ protagonists, and same-sex relationship options in games. Examples include 'Dys4ia' and 'Mainichi' in 2011 and 'Dreamfall: Chapters' in 2015. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 28, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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Infographic titled 'History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation'. It divides events into categories: LGBTQ+ US political history, LGBTQ+ gaming, LGBTQ+ protagonists, and same-sex relationship options. Timeline spans 2006 to 2010, highlighting events like the start of Gay Gaming Professionals, MTV's 'gaymer' segment, CA Prop 8 passage, and games like 'Fable 2', 'The Sims 3', and 'Dragon Age: Origins'. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 28, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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Day 3 (two more to go!) of smaller sections from the LGBTQ Video Game Archive Infographic, which you can find the full and downloadable PDF versions of here: lgbtqgamearchive.com/lgbtq-video-...
Infographic titled "History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation" shows a timeline from 2001 to 2005. It highlights milestones in LGBTQ+ US political history, gaming history, and video game representation, such as mixed-race bisexual protagonists in "Fear Effect 2" (2001), and same-sex marriage options in "Fable" (2005). Also noted are Lawrence v. Texas (2003) and the launch of GamerExperimentations.com (2002). Tone is informative and celebratory. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 28, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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Infographic titled "History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation." It highlights events from 1996-2000, such as political milestones and LGBTQ+ gaming history, featuring games like "Phantasmagoria 2" and "The Sims." The timeline shows intersections between political events, game releases, and LGBTQ+ representation. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 27, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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An infographic titled "History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation" features a timeline from 1990 to 1995. It highlights key events: the term "gaymer" in 1990, "Ultima IV" game in 1991, Lesbian Avengers founded in 1992, the game "Gay Blade" in 1993, "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy in 1993, and "Orion Conspiracy" in 1995. Sections are color-coded, detailing political history and gaming milestones. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Day 2 of smaller sections from the LGBTQ Video Game Archive Infographic, which you can find the full and downloadable PDF versions of here: lnkd.in/erQM3DXD
Timeline infographic titled "History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation." Sections include LGBTQ+ political and gaming history, notable LGBTQ+ game protagonists, and same-sex relationship options. Key events span 1985-1989, noting organizations like GLAAD and ACTUP, and games with LGBTQ+ characters. Informative and historical tone. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Day 2 of smaller sections from the LGBTQ Video Game Archive Infographic, which you can find the full and downloadable PDF versions of here: lgbtqgamearchive.com/lgbtq-video-...
Timeline infographic titled "History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation." Sections include LGBTQ+ political and gaming history, notable LGBTQ+ game protagonists, and same-sex relationship options. Key events span 1985-1989, noting organizations like GLAAD and ACTUP, and games with LGBTQ+ characters. Informative and historical tone. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive. An infographic titled "History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation" features a timeline from 1990 to 1995. It highlights key events: the term "gaymer" in 1990, "Ultima IV" game in 1991, Lesbian Avengers founded in 1992, the game "Gay Blade" in 1993, "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy in 1993, and "Orion Conspiracy" in 1995. Sections are color-coded, detailing political history and gaming milestones. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive. Infographic titled "History of LGBTQ+ Video Game Representation." It highlights events from 1996-2000, such as political milestones and LGBTQ+ gaming history, featuring games like "Phantasmagoria 2" and "The Sims." The timeline shows intersections between political events, game releases, and LGBTQ+ representation. Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 27, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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In Fall 2024 Dr. Adrienne Shaw created a long form infographic highlighting key moments in LGBTQ+ Game and US History and main numbers from research published from this archive in recent years. You can find the full Infographic here: lgbtqgamearchive.com/lgbtq-video-...
Infographic on LGBTQ+ video game representation. Highlights a 400% increase in LGBTQ+ content, with most representation in characters. Shows less than 30% are playable. Representation often implied rather than explicit." Designed by Adrienne Shaw, LGBTQ+ Game Archive.
June 26, 2025 at 8:23 PM