In recognition of the fact that “Fortnite” has quickly become one of the most popular video games in the world—one played by more than 125 million players—I decided to play the game myself in an attempt to understand its widespread appeal.
As a parent and as a political theorist who focuses on education and its impact on democratic society, I couldn’t help but notice how much the game seems to teach children the wrong lessons about how to function as an adult and interact with others. I came away from my “Fortnite” experience thinking that the game is raising young people to be self-centered, not good citizens.
