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EarthDragon2189 t1_j22asok wrote

Racism and nationalism are just the flavors that spice up the world of the game, not the actual themes of the narrative. But I'd also argue that the game's portrayal of a cultish society whipped up in a frenzy by charismatic but disingenuous leaders (sound familiar? And topical?) understands the pitfalls of unchecked nationalism much better than you're giving it credit for.

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NaturalNines t1_j24ntfz wrote

Dude, yawn. We hear this garbage all the time. We get it, you're just political enough to be obnoxious.

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EarthDragon2189 t1_j2505yw wrote

Being annoyed and defensive at the vaguest of allusions to modern sociopolitical problems is kinda telling on yourself, bud.

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NaturalNines t1_j25li95 wrote

"vaguest" Hahah it wasn't even vague, period, let alone the vaguest of allusions. It was more obvious that you think you get away with, kid.

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EarthDragon2189 t1_j25q6f3 wrote

I guess I'm wondering where exactly the "Ha! Gotcha!" is in your comments here. Like am I supposed to feel called out for suggesting that the rise of theo-fascism in the US is a bad thing? Cuz that's not exactly a suggestion that should bother any decent person. Saying that those themes in Bioshock are topical/relevant to today is just fact, and thinking they're not is just intentionally sticking your head in the sand.

Unless you're one of those people who weirdly think video games shouldn't have political messages at all?

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NaturalNines t1_j25rbll wrote

"rise of theo-fascism in the US" that delusion is what is mocked. Not the fact that it would be a bad thing, but your absurd claim that it is.

But keep insisting. It's sooo convincing.

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EarthDragon2189 t1_j25sd1o wrote

Yeah your initial response kinda clued me in that I wouldn't be needing to take you seriously but thanks for confirming it.

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