A video game on 'gold diggers' is fuelling a sexism debate in China

Published: 7/6/2025
A video game on 'gold diggers' is fuelling a sexism debate in China
A controversial video game in China, previously titled "Revenge on Gold Diggers," has sparked a heated debate surrounding sexism. The game portrays male protagonists manipulated by women seeking money and has faced criticism for perpetuating gender stereotypes. Despite being renamed to "Emotional Anti-Fraud Simulator," the game's creators faced backlash, with some arguing it promotes misogyny. While some players defend the game's intention to raise awareness about love scams, critics denounce it for reinforcing derogatory labels like "gold digger."