Thanks to developments in gaming technology and the accessibility of many games, the activity has become very popular among both genders and young and old alike. Despite its popularity, the anonymous nature of online gaming leaves some gamers open to harassment and negative experiences. During an August 2023 survey in the United States, 48 percent of female gamers stated that they had suffered abused while online gaming based on their gender. Half of African American gamers stated the same.
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