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Reflections on Toxicity and Gender Stereotyping in “Female Gamer's Experience” YouTube Video Interactions

Reflections on Toxicity and Gender Stereotyping in “Female Gamer's Experience” YouTube Video Interactions
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Author(s): Esin Selin Karaöz (Istanbul Bilgi University, Turkey)and Esra Pelin Güregen Dereboyu (Fenerbahçe University, Turkey)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 28
Source title: Critical Perspectives on Digital Culture and Gaming
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): M. Nur Erdem (Ondokuz Mayıs University, Turkey)and Özgün Arda Kuş (Uskudar University, Turkey)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-6192-5.ch005

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Abstract

YouTube videos are now a vital part of people's lives, and it is possible to access various content, interact with others, share ideas, and discuss those videos. The innate need for individuals to play has evolved into digital gaming and has been a part of YouTube for many years. The research focused on “The Female Gamer's Experience” videos, which are montages of the toxic and gender stereotyping women often face when playing online multiplayer games. It aims to provide a perspective on YouTube users' perceptions and opinions about these videos and their content. Using content analysis, the study analyzed 1082 comments from the three most viewed videos, which were selected to represent a wide range of perspectives and experiences. Four main categories and 17 subcategories were identified. The videos raised viewers' awareness and understanding of female gamers' experiences and instilled solidarity, encouragement, and comfort.

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