Summary

• The Trevor Project and the Gaming Safety team are partnering to create a safer, more inclusive gaming community.
• Explore Games Curated by LGBTQIA+ Communities at Microsoft.
• Discover Pride Gear.

Games serve as a platform for individuals to express and understand their identity in a secure and creative space. Games like Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind present opportunities for players to engage in romantic relationships and marriages regardless of gender. Titles such as Overwatch feature LGBTQIA+ characters like Tracer, who showcase heroism and strength. Additionally, games like Tell Me Why delve into transgender narratives with sensitivity and depth. Gaming allows individuals to explore different identities, fostering empathy and understanding in players.

This Pride month, the gaming community is encouraged to embark on a journey of learning, growth, and empowerment. Gaming is an inclusive space for everyone, and by working together, a welcoming environment can be fostered for individuals with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. By advocating for education, appreciating diverse experiences, and nurturing empathy, the LGBTQIA+ community can be supported and uplifted.

Microsoft has a long-standing commitment to supporting organizations that cater to the needs of the LGBTQIA+ community. With donations exceeding $16M over three decades and $1.3M in the past year alone, Microsoft and Xbox continue their efforts by contributing $200K to various organizations that support the LGBTQIA+ community. Xbox Game Studios Publishing collaborates with GLAAD to create more inclusive games, while the partnership with The Trevor Project connects LGBTQIA+ players with essential resources for well-being within the Xbox community.

Spotlighting Xbox’s partnership with The Trevor Project

Gaming has been a haven for the LGBTQIA+ community, providing solace, community, and avenues for self-expression. LGBTQIA+ gamers often turn to gaming for support in challenging times and find it as a medium to express themselves freely. Recognizing this impact, Xbox is dedicated to offering inclusive gaming experiences, ensuring a safe and welcoming space for all individuals to express their true selves.

The ongoing collaboration between Xbox and The Trevor Project since 2019 emphasizes the commitment to player safety and well-being. By providing resources and support to LGBTQIA+ players, Xbox aims to create a secure environment where all individuals feel valued and embraced during their gaming experiences.

Embracing the spirit of Pride, Xbox shares safety guidelines to enhance players’ gaming journeys:

• Explore your user settings. Customize your Xbox settings to tailor your gaming experience based on your preferences.
• Trust Xbox’s player safety measures. Xbox implements in-game tools, moderation features, and automatic filters to ensure a safe and inclusive gaming environment.

Gaming and Impact with Rewards with Xbox

Xbox Rewards members can earn and contribute points to organizations supporting LGBTQIA+ communities. Organizations such as GLAAD, Outright International, and the National Center for Transgender Equality are among those supported through the Rewards hub. Players can earn Rewards points by playing games, completing quests, and making eligible purchases, contributing to a more inclusive and supportive gaming community.

Tell Me Why Available for Free in June on Xbox Consoles, Microsoft Store, and Steam!

Tell Me Why, a captivating narrative adventure, will be available for free throughout June on Xbox consoles, Microsoft Store, and Steam. Players are encouraged to donate the game’s cost to an independent trans creator or a trans-inclusive charity, highlighting the importance of supporting the LGBTQIA+ community.

Explore Games Curated by LGBTQIA+ Communities at Microsoft