2.2 Efforts to affect public perceptions.Gamergate led figures both inside and outside the gaming industry to focus on methods of addressing online harassment, ways to minimize harm, and prevent similar events. Many supporters of Gamergate oppose the increasing influence of feminism on video game culture. Gamergate is described as a culture war over cultural diversification, artistic recognition, social criticism in video games, and the social identity of gamers. Gamergate supporters have frequently denied the harassment took place or falsely claimed that it was manufactured by the victims. These claims were widely dismissed as trivial, conspiracy theories, groundless, or unrelated to actual issues of ethics in gaming. Gamergaters falsely accused Quinn of an unethical relationship with journalist Nathan Grayson, and more generally claimed there was unethical collusion between the press and feminists, progressives, and social critics. Gamergate proponents ("Gamergaters") have stated that they were a social movement, but they had no leaders or manifesto, and statements claiming to represent Gamergate have been inconsistent or unfounded. Gamergate is viewed as a right-wing backlash against progressivism. The harassment campaign included doxing, threats of rape, and death threats. Beginning August 2014, it targeted women in the video game industry-notably game developers Zoë Quinn and Brianna Wu, and feminist media critic Anita Sarkeesian. Gamergate was an online harassment campaign, initially conducted through the use of the hashtag #GamerGate, that promoted sexism and anti-progressivism in video game culture. For other uses, see Gamergate (disambiguation). The hinge in the middle of the board made game play slightly awkward, but we think it’s a pretty minor inconvenience."GamerGate" redirects here. Unfolded, the board is a standard 15 by 15 inches, and when folded up, is pleasantly compact and easy to travel with. This chess board folds inward to provide storage for chess pieces, which are protected by the felt lining and secured with interior straps. Our best “all-purpose pick,” this Chess Armory wooden set is made from quality inlaid walnut, with handcrafted Staunton-style chess pieces (Staunton being the classic chessmen you’re probably used to seeing). Queens: Not an essential, but a bonus, many sets include two extra Queen pieces for when you crown a pawn.
We like these storage spaces to be lined with felt and include either straps or fitted depressions to securely contain pieces. Many sets fold inward to create a storage space for pieces. Storage: If you’re not using your chess set as a display, we look for sets that are easy to store and travel with. Sets made specifically for travel are often magnetized to keep pieces in place. For this reason, many wooden pieces include weights at the bottom. Weight: Chess pieces should feel weighty and solid so they stay firmly in place on the board. At a minimum, you’ll want a board that lays flat and even, and feels sturdy enough to last a long time. Quality: First things first, look at the construction of the board itself. The best chess sets will deliver on both quality of its playing board and its game pieces. Decorative chess sets may be handcrafted from materials like alabaster and marble, but most practical sets are made of wood or sometimes plastic, which can withstand a beating. the board itself and all pieces) but chess sets vary in terms of construction and quality. Others are more practical for every day use, whether for a family game night, or a bragging rights contest amongst friends.Ĭhess sets across the board (excuse the pun) will include the same basic elements necessary to play (I.e. Some sets’ primary function - much like a standing antique globe or all six volumes of The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire - is to lend a sense of gravitas to one’s study or den.
Today, there are a number of popular chess sets that range in both playing style and decor style. Naturally, in that amount of time, chess sets have evolved quite a bit in design and function. Products featured are independently selected by our editorial team and we may earn a commission from purchases made from our links the retailer may also receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.Ĭhess has been around for about 1,500 years, making it the OG of board games.
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