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9 Arab Video Game Characters to Inspire Your Halloween Costume

By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to explore costumes that respectfully represent Arab cultural heritage. Fortunately, the gaming industry increasingly strives to depict Arabs with greater depth. The representation of Arab characters in video games has evolved from stereotypes to more thoughtful portrayals. This article explores … Continued

The Metaverse and How the Arab World is Increasing its Presence

By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer The online world is expanding every day. We can order groceries, furniture, and practically any item we want right to our doorstep with the click of a button or two. The globe has maneuvered around the pandemic by switching jobs, classes, and even entire companies to an … Continued

Development of Technology and Video Games in the Middle East

By: Anthony Bayyouk / Arab America Contributing Writer Video games and social media have become very popular across the Arab World. Technology saw a huge influx during the Arab Spring when it was used to organize protests and show the world what was happening in the Middle East. With the rise of technology and video … Continued

Dr. Jack Shaheen: Resisting the “TV Arab”

By: Qaïs S. Ahmadī/ Arab America Contributing Writer Before the silver screen, the television, and social media, stories were told by storytellers in spoken word. In ancient cultures, orators speak of religion, history, wars, and epics, etc. In the Arab and Muslim world, stories are still performed. However, these stories are muted by Western orientalist … Continued

This Popular American Video Game Includes Arab History

By Emily Tain/Arab America Contributing Writer The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim is the fifth installment of The Elder Scrolls franchise and, in the past decade, was the 13th most purchased video game in the US. Filled with fantasy and adventure, the game takes place in the province of Skyrim on the continent of Tamriel. Aesthetics and … Continued

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