Why Representation is Important in Gaming

I love female leads in gaming.

- Artura Dawn

The representation they provide and the strength they show is often astounding to me and something I so absolutely adore experiencing. After all, as a woman myself, I am a fan of being able to play my gender and associate with a character, seeing them persevere.

However, I didn't completely understand the sentiment of needing more representation. I was happy just playing male protagonists and seeing their story unfold. With characters like Kratos getting their character development throughout the years and being able to see him grow from a rage-filled god to a father that is trying his best to fight the very genes within him just felt amazing and a wonderful addition to his story.

To this day, I still hold many moments in the God of War franchise close to my heart. And I didn't personally understand what it was that made people want more representation of different kinds. Until I played 2013's Tomb Raider.