How To Play Like A Girl

''How to Play Like a Girl'' is a project that examines the intersection of video games, digital spaces, girlhood, and the ''girl'' identity, exploring how these elements contribute to the development of a modern concept of girlhood. It incorporates personal experiences and cultural trends to discuss the evolving image of girls in society. It examines the role of play in understanding identity and socializing through games, particularly focusing on 'girl' centric themes in media and fashion. The project is packaged as a 2D RPG game, with the features of a mod pack and a modding guide, representing the fusion of game development, modding, and playing. It aims to investigate the intersection of play, identity, and community in gaming, especially for girls, and to reflect on girl theory in video games. It explores modding as a tool for world-building and player agency, offering a nostalgic yet analytical perspective on girl culture in digital spaces.

The game is available for download/play in browser!

The game visualizes the practice of modding showcasing 2 versions of the game - ''vanilla'' and ''re-imagined''.

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