Knowing to Include: What is the Profile of Brazilian Women Players of Digital Games?

• Estela Miranda Batista UFV
• Helena Cristo Martins UFV
• Maria Lúcia Bento Villela UFV

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/wit.2024.2439

Abstract

Despite an equal scenario between the number of people playing between genders, women have reported low representation in digital games. In this context, the objective of this work is to understand the profile and preferences of Brazilian women players. From the answers to a questionnaire administered to 72 female digital game players, it is possible to observe that their preferences vary in terms of the way they like to play and the types of games they prefer.

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