Boo! A New Stuff Pack Appears!
Sul sul Simmers! Things are getting a little scary. Tune in to find out more about the new Stuff Pack at 8 a.m. PT on January 12! 👻 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3zAUlmR4vw&feature=youtu....
Forum Discussion
I like the theme of the pack with a more "cultural" side of paranormal activity. I like that it showcases spirituality while adding "cultural" items to at least credit that it's not just western cultural influences. For me, cultural additions are a very welcome addition that enriches the game. Might also be because I'm european and tired of the american-centric mainstream media and how that is often set as the norm in video games and movies.
I heard some say the build items are Moroccan and some other's say the spiritual side is Malaysian and Indonesian. I dont know enough about the cultures to know what is right and if the spiritual takes are accurate for the cultures. I'm guessing it's probably a vague mix of different cultures, but I hope it's still done respectfully to the cultures.
I think there are two boxes cultural representation can fall into. For example Avatar The Last Airbender is culturally inspired by lots of different south-east asian cultures, but still is a great show where the purpose isn't to show one particular culture (my opinion is formed by this video). While Coco is showcasing Day Of The Dead and therefore it's more important to stick to Mexican culture.
I'm not sure which one of these boxes the new stuff pack would fall under. I think there is a fine line between adding cultural diversity that many can relate to and appropriating it / promoting stereotypes, and it's impossible for me to see where that line is when I don't know much about the cultural influences. I'm hoping to see some takes from people of those cultures and if the cultural influences clash or if they're welcomed.
I heard some say the build items are Moroccan and some other's say the spiritual side is Malaysian and Indonesian. I dont know enough about the cultures to know what is right and if the spiritual takes are accurate for the cultures. I'm guessing it's probably a vague mix of different cultures, but I hope it's still done respectfully to the cultures.
I think there are two boxes cultural representation can fall into. For example Avatar The Last Airbender is culturally inspired by lots of different south-east asian cultures, but still is a great show where the purpose isn't to show one particular culture (my opinion is formed by this video). While Coco is showcasing Day Of The Dead and therefore it's more important to stick to Mexican culture.
I'm not sure which one of these boxes the new stuff pack would fall under. I think there is a fine line between adding cultural diversity that many can relate to and appropriating it / promoting stereotypes, and it's impossible for me to see where that line is when I don't know much about the cultural influences. I'm hoping to see some takes from people of those cultures and if the cultural influences clash or if they're welcomed.
