Character Creation Has A Race Problem

[Joven]

Interesting tale bud, but not everyone feels that way. If you don't want more diverse representation because it doesn't effect you in any way, then you don't have to talk about it or advocate it in any way.

For a lot of people, they HAVE to play as the default white dude in games. They HAVE to play as something that isn't like them because it's the only option available. Even when there IS customization available, the options are usually still pretty limited.

Also, you're right; creators don't have to try and respectfully represent people when they create something. Fans of that creation still have every right to criticize it, point out the lack of diversity, and how that may frustrate them, however.

I advocate for the creator's choice to include whatever race, gender, etc. they want without being forced to try and appeal to everyone's sensibilities. When you start expecting every game to cater to everybody you stifle creativity and expression. This is the the creator's story they're telling, not ours.

If you feel like the character on the screen HAS to be just like you then that's your hangup. If your only criticism of a game you claim to be a fan of is simply that you aren't represented then that's kinda petty.