Ethical Gaming Quality Mark

How Unethical Games Jeopardize a Gamer’s Health Unethical games, as defined by the “Red Flags” in the code, can pose significant risks to a player’s health, which extends beyond the physical to include mental, emotional, and financial well-being. The Developer’s Moral Responsibility to Society Given these potential harms, game developers have a profound moral responsibility …

The Unseen Ripple: Advocating for Reduced Harm in Video Games Through an Examination of Indirect Impacts on Behaviour, Mental Health, and Society

Photo by M ZHA on Unsplash 1. Introduction: The Shifting Landscape of Digital Entertainment and Emerging Concerns Video games have transitioned from niche novelties to a dominant force in global entertainment, deeply embedded in the daily lives of hundreds of millions across diverse demographics. In 2024 alone, an estimated 190.6 million Americans engaged with video …