Super Gender in Game Design: Applied Research on Destigmatizing Homosexuality in China

Abstract

As of 2021, Chinas homosexual population has exceeded 70 million. This paper studies the current stigma phenomenon of homosexuality in China, analyzes the plight of LGBT( Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals, Transgender) people in China under the stigma phenomenon and the reasons why destigmatization measures are ineffective, and puts forward the difficulty of solving the problem and the urgency of the current problem. At the same time, it studies the current situation of the combination of games and Super Gender. Starting from the perspective of psychology, it researches, develops, and designs how to better integrate Super Gender into games. Using the projection of Chinas social stigma to become the players shadow friend, using a humorous and interesting plot design to guide the player to escape the shackles of stigma on the characters victory, make players accept Super Gender independently. Let players re-recognize themselves, re-recognize and accept LGBT groups, de-label them, and achieve the purpose of destigmatization.