Video Gaming and Gender Dysphoria: Some Case Study Evidence

Abstract

Video gaming has become an established area of research over the last two decades.  Relatively little research has been carried out in the area of in-game gender swapping.  Clinically, there is anecdotal evidence that people with Gender Dysphoria use video gaming for the purpose of experimenting with and experiencing their gender identity in a safe environment. This paper discusses the various positive and negative functions video gaming may have for people with Gender Dysphoria through a number of case studies.  Recommendations for further research are suggested.