New Study Shows Most Gamers Completely Avoid Playing Games With Toxic Communities
Who woulda' thunk it?
The toxicity of our community, our community.
A recent study by mental health nonprofit Take This and Nielsen research firm highlights the harmful impact of toxic gamers on multiplayer online games and the gaming industry as a whole.
The study, involving 2,328 participants in North America, found that 7 out of 10 gamers avoid multiplayer games with toxic communities. Additionally, about 6 out of 10 players are discouraged from spending money on games where they experience poor treatment, and the same number quit games due to harassment. Moreover, 7 out of 10 players steer clear of games known for having a negative community reputation.
The study suggests that addressing toxicity is crucial to attracting the next generation of gamers...imagine that.
Related Articles
About the Author
Matthew “dinofries” D'Onofrio is a writer, content creator, podcaster and — most importantly — a gamer. With such a strong passion for video games and a severe case of FOMO, it's no surprise he always has his finger on the pulse of the gaming world. On the rare occasion Matt's away from a screen, you'll find him strumming away on his acoustic guitar or taking care of his cat Totoro.
Read Next
The Wait Is Over And Rifts Are Opening: Secrets Of The Obscure Expansion Now Live In Guild Wars 2
ArenaNet also unveiled a roadmap for updates coming later this year.
By Matthew D'Onofrio - 1 month agoYou May Enjoy
Soulframe Will Take Major Queues From Warframe When It Comes To How Content Is Released
Fans of Warframe should be really excited.
By Troy Blackburn - 6 days ago
Conan Exiles Age of War Chapter 2 Is Now Live, Improving Loot And Revamping The Purge Systems
This free update focuses on the game's base-building and follower system.
By Matthew D'Onofrio - 5 days ago
World Of Warcraft Classic Adding Ice Crown Citadel This October, And Everything In WoW This Week
Your weekly preview of all things WoW.
By Troy Blackburn - 1 week ago
TGS 2023: Wayfinder Teases New Lion-Warrior Grendel In Trailer By “Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse” Co-Director
Grendel arrives later this Fall.
By QuintLyn Bowers - 5 days ago
SAG-AFTRA Members Authorize Strike Against Video Game Developers
That doesn’t mean it’s happening just yet.
By QuintLyn Bowers - 18 hours ago
"Buying Expansions Is P2W": New World Answers Your Hot Takes And Questions About Rise Of The Angry Earth
It's time for another Q&A from New World.
By Troy Blackburn - 1 week ago
Discussion (1)