Mancala games have been instrumental in showing that a connectionbetween the presence of board games and a “complex” society cannot besupported.
Mancala challenges the notion that only "complex" societies develop or engage in strategic board games
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nstead of speculating on their history, the ubiquity of mancalagames is shown to be particularly useful to dispel a long-standing belief thatso-called complex societies are more likely to play strategic games.
This ubiquity shows that even simpler societies engage with games involving strategy, breaking the stereotype of game complexity being tied to societal development
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The study of how gender identity is presented in games combines approachesfrom gender, social, and cultural studies. Katie Salen and Eric Zimmermanbelieve that this study should focus on the consideration of cultural issues relatedto gendered identit
highlighting how games reflect and shape societal views on gender
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games and gaming have often been used as agents and arenas ofrestriction of the non-privileged.
Luxury game sets and exclusive access reinforced social hierarchies, restricting lower classes from full participation in gaming, thereby maintaining societal divisions
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the gamepieces and movements are named after the relevant humans, animals, objects orthe relevant social activities.
reflects the deep connection between the structure of games and the cultural or social environment in which they are played. The naming conventions within games provide insights into the society's values, beliefs, and everyday life, making games a rich source for understanding historical social interactions and cultural symbolism
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genderexperience is a complex mix of our biology, our psychology, and the socialworld around us.
This biopsychosocial approach highlights how gender is shaped by a dynamic interaction between our physical traits, mental processes, and cultural influences, emphasizing the complexity and individuality of each person's gender experience
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In fact, sex is a set of attributes, including – but not limitedto – genitals.
broader perspective encompasses chromosomal makeup, hormones, and secondary characteristics, encouraging a more nuanced understanding of sex as a complex biological construct rather than a binary concept
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Let’s address this last point. It’s important to remember that words can and dochange their meaning all of the time
This highlights the dynamic nature of language, especially regarding terms related to gender and identity. The authors encourage readers to be open to these shifts, acknowledging that terminology once considered appropriate may no longer be relevant as communities redefine themselves
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Language changes fast as people and communities figure out what feelsappropriate, so sometimes you find that a term or acronym that used to be thebest one to use no longer is.
This insight emphasizes the importance of remaining adaptable and open to new terms, as language shifts to reflect changing cultural and social understandings of gender identity
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