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Gender differences in gaming behavior have long been in the research spotlight. Girls appear to have more positive outcomes of gaming than boys, but a few years ago, findings indicated that the influence of gaming on social competence is gendered, working in disfavor of girls. Findings seem to be mixed, which initiated this scoping review of research on the links between gaming and social competence among female gamers. The review investigates if there are empirical evidence of gendered differences in gaming’s influence on social competence. Based on a selection of 52 contributions published after 2000, the analysis uncovered a lack of set standards for measuring social competence and gaming habits. Yet, we found no support of claims that gaming impairs the social development of girls.
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