In recognition of the prominent role of indigenous cultures in gaming, with games such as Never Alone, Tell Me Why, Raji: An Ancient Epic and Button City incorporating indigenous elements, Xbox celebrated International Day of the World ‘s Indigenous Peoples) event.
Indigenous people are underrepresented in all areas of life, and through video games, our Xbox team has a rare opportunity to help raise the profile and give a voice to communities that are systematically oppressed,” said Jenn Panattoni, Xbox Social Impact Lead and co-leader of the Xbox Indigenous Communities Group. Everyone deserves a seat at the table. I love this industry and I love video games as an artistic, narrative medium.”
Microsoft is taking a number of steps to support indigenous groups around the world. It includes adding new organizations that support indigenous communities to Microsoft Rewards on gaming consoles, such as the American Indian Science and Engineering Society, First Nations Development Institute and Indspire. with this, participants in the U.S. and Canadian rewards programs will have more options for where to donate points.
The video game brand also released a series of artworks featuring the Xbox logo re-imagined by various indigenous artists who incorporate elements of their tribe’s style and design into their work. In addition, Xbox also released artwork by Petra Brandström to celebrate Sami National Day, celebrated by indigenous Nordic groups living in Norway, Sweden, Finland and Russia.
