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Goblins for Slaughter: The Perpetuation of Racism and Classism in Baldur’s Gate 3
by Benjamin J.M. Horn Published January 2026 Download full pdf of article here. Abstract This article explores how Baldur’s Gate 3 perpetuates Victorian-era racism and classism through its Act One conflict and in particular the treatment of its goblins. Goblins occupy a curious position in fantasy digital games: ever-present as weak monsters for players to Continue reading
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