10 Video Games That Tackle Taboo Subjects
1,317Video games have, over the years, provided players with endless entertainment and escapism from the real world, however as the industry has evolved, developers have realised that their work can not only be a vehicle for amusement, but also a platform where they can draw attention to serious or “taboo”social issues. When we say “taboo” we mean the topics that many people may not be comfortable in openly discussing, but that should be highlighted and spoken about nonetheless. For this list, we will be looking at games that deal with subjects that some viewers may find distressing.This includes physical and mental illness, sexual abuse, and suicide, so we understand if you need to sit this one out. If you are struggling, help is out there, and we’ve included a number of organisations that can offer guidance and support below. Here are 10 Video Games that Tackle Taboo Subjects.
Support Organisations:
LGBTQ+ Support:
UK Stonewall: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/
USA The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
Australia QLife: https://qlife.org.au/
Homelessness:
UK Shelter: https://shelter.org.uk/
USA VOA: https://www.voa.org/
Australia Mission Australia: https://www.missionaustralia.com.au/
Domestic Violence:
UK Women’s Aid: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/
USA The Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/
Australia 1800Respect: https://www.1800respect.org.au/
Alcohol/ Drug Abuse –
Sexual Assault/ Abuse –
Depression, Mental Health, Suicide:
UK & ROI Samaritans: 116 123
UK Papyrus: 0800 068 41 41
USA Suicide Prevention Helpline: 1-800-273-8255
Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14
Canada Crisis Services: 1.833.456.4566
VO: Ben Potter (@Confused_Dude)
Script: Cat Elliot (@cat_elliott_)
Video Editor: Alex Winters (@MrSteakFace)
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