The Latest Political Strategy: Video Games

Politicians are now using video games like “Among Us” and “Animal Crossing” to campaign and spread messages.

By Aleezeh Hasan
The Latest Political Strategy: Video Games
A snapshot from the Nintendo Switch game Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Politicians like former Vice President Joe Biden have been using the game to reach voters. Graphic: Business Wire
The Latest Political Strategy: Video Games
A snapshot from the Nintendo Switch game Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Politicians like former Vice President Joe Biden have been using the game to reach voters. Graphic: Business Wire

The Latest Political Strategy: Video Games

Politicians are now using video games like “Among Us” and “Animal Crossing” to campaign and spread messages.

By Aleezeh Hasan
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With less than a week until Election Day, politicians are getting creative with their campaigning, using video games as a way to appeal to young voters.

Reset learns more about what this may mean for the future of gaming and politics.

GUEST: Samantha Nelson, freelance writer on video games