Tag Archives: League of Legends

How Riot Games Cut Down Online Harassment in League of Legends

Posted on July 16, 2015 by

Video game communities really are interesting microcosms; small societies that have their own ways of life and governance.  A major part of sociology is examining how social institutions(Religion, Government, Law Enforcement, Social Clubs, etc.) reproduce societal beliefs. Video games are … Continue reading →

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League of Legends Players Write Open letter to Parents

Posted on February 11, 2015 by

A few days ago a forum post appeared on The League of Legends Official forums stating that is was “Open Letter to Parents of League of Legends Players”. In the letter the author urges parents to think about their effect … Continue reading →

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University Recognizes Video Games as a Varsity Sports

Posted on October 8, 2014 by

Robert Morris University has become the first University to recognize  competitive video games as a varsity sports. Does this mean we’ll soon see stadiums full of crowds cheering on a game of “Blades of Steel”? Probably not. Robert Morris University, … Continue reading →

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