Tilo Hartmann|Christoph Klimmt
Gender and Computer Games: Exploring Females' Dislikes
University of Southern California
average girls women less involved video games boys men play often prefer different games article reports two studies investigated dislikes german females regard video games study 1 applied conjoint analysis female respondents n 317 ratings fictional video games demonstrated lack meaningful social interaction followed violent content sexual gender role stereotyping game characters important reasons females disliked games study 2 online survey n 795 revealed female respondents less attracted competitive elements video games suggesting explanation genderspecific game preferences findings discussed respect communication theory interactive entertainment implications applied video game design