# Drag Culture Video Games The 'Drag Her!' Video Game Merges Mortal Combat and Drag Race By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-02-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drag-her-video-game References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2022/2/1/22911129/drag-her-fighting-game-kickstarter) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/fightingchancegames/drag-her)  The 'Drag Her!' video game has shown off by [Fighting Chance Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idol-showdown) as a digital pastime that merges the gaming experience of Mortal Combat with Drag Race culture. The game works much in the same way that side-scrolling 2D video games of the past operate, but incorporate drag-themed aspects instead of the usual macho or hyper-feminized details found in other fighting games. The game plays on the concept of battles within drag culture that often focus on verbal wit or lip syncing, but takes things to a more literal point to provide players of all kinds with a distinctly fabulous experience. The 'Drag Her!' video game is presently being funded as part of a [Kickstart](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinone-mini-pc) campaign and focuses on digital inclusivity to help members of the [LGBTQ](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queens-of-the-metaverse)+ community feel more seen. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Drag Culture Gaming:** The trend of incorporating drag culture into gaming experiences presents an opportunity to provide inclusive and diverse digital entertainment. - **LGBTQ+ Inclusive Gaming:** The trend of creating video games that specifically cater to the LGBTQ+ community presents an opportunity to fill a gap in the market and support marginalized groups. - **Alternative Gaming Experiences:** The trend of unconventional gaming experiences, such as 'Drag Her!', presents an opportunity for game developers to think outside the box and provide unique and creative entertainment options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming Industry:** The gaming industry has the opportunity to tap into the market of LGBTQ+ gamers and create more inclusive and diverse gaming experiences. - **Entertainment Industry:** The entertainment industry, specifically the drag culture community, has the opportunity to collaborate with game developers to create digital experiences that mirror the vibrancy and creativity of drag culture. - **Tech Industry:** The tech industry has the opportunity to support the development of inclusive and diverse digital experiences, such as the 'Drag Her!' video game, by providing the necessary tools and resources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metaverse Drag Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queens-of-the-metaverse.md) - [Digital Drag Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drag-me.md) - [Album-Inspired Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cross-country-legacy.md) - [Pride Month Gaming Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queer-games-bundle.md) - [Interactive Dance Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-it.md) - [Inclusive Video Game Characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dead-by-daylight.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Makeup Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pat-mcgrath-labs-x-candy-crush-saga.md) - [Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/those-games.md) - [Gamer-Centric Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-virtual-beauty.md)