The Issue With The Term ‘Girl Gamer’

Gamer Euphoria staff member Sean writes:

''The term ‘Girl Gamer’ annoys me quite a lot. It’s a term I have always pondered and seen as something rather odd and alien. The main reason for my issue with the term is the way in which its used and sadly its used mostly by females. When a ‘girl gamer’ demands to be treated the same as any other gamer I often listen to their points, after all I’ll hear most people’s points of view, however i will instantly take issue with them if they feel the need to point out they are female. I get you like games, its great and harmless pass time open to anyone from any walk of life, but what I don’t get is the NEED to point out your a female. It doesn’t make you any better any worse than any other person playing video games today. The notion of ‘female gamers’ has been taking advantage of by many people and companies, a quick look on youtube will show this, and the term has now become something of a marketing tool.''