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These minimalistic white characters are everywhere in video games.. but why? What's the intentionality behind their design, and the effects of it on your experience as a player? How much deeper meaning can I possibly suck out of this topic? You'd be surprised.

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0:00 Environmental Identity
4:55 Minimalist Design
7:47 Psychology of White
8:54 Emotional Projection

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