I downloaded Am I Queer? Expecting a lighthearted or maybe even affirming experience centered on queer identity. Instead, I got a manipulative, uncomfortable mess of a game that feels not only misleading but outright homophobic. First off, the so-called “queer” storyline is a bait-and-switch. You spend the whole match dodging a forced heterosexual relationship that feels like you’re being coerced into it. It’s deeply uncomfortable and borderline SA coded the way your character is pushed into romantic or physical situations you don’t want. There’s nothing consensual or affirming about it. (Just say you're homophobic) Even worse, the actual gay content the stuff the game advertises to pull you in is locked behind a flood of ads. You’re constantly shown bait of a gay storyline or love interest, but every time you try to pursue it, you get slammed with more ads… only for nothing to happen. It’s manipulative and exploitative. The game pretends to be inclusive but ends up being grossly dishonest and hurtful.
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