Experts Recommend 'Whole-Of-Society' Approach to Combat Extremist Influences in Online Gaming Among Minors
A research report, commissioned by the Bavarian Regulatory Authority for New Media, highlights the need for a 'whole-of-society' approach to protect minors from extremist influences in online gaming spaces. The report, based on 17 expert interviews, emphasizes that while the gaming industry has made progress, further efforts are required. Key concerns include the complexity of reporting tools for minors and the potential for social features in games to be exploited by extremist groups. Experts advocate for child-oriented reporting systems and nuanced regulation that considers the diverse characteristics of different gaming platforms and the varying maturity levels of minors. The study also calls for strengthening non-extremist voices within gaming communities and promoting gaming literacy.
