I am not sure distinguishing between idealized body form from a man or woman’s perspective is all that useful. Although the cultural ideal has developed over time, for example being chubby was the ideal in much of the olden times, male and female ideals often agree. However, that the female characters are eye-candy sexbombs, whose sole purpose is to satisfy the male protagonist’s needs, and by extension the majority of male players, is of course sexist. I just wanted to point out that the roles played are arguably more important than unrealistic looks in the context of sexism.
Male characters in games are based on an idealized male view of the world
Female characters in games are based on an idealized male view of the world
This isn’t equality.
I am not sure distinguishing between idealized body form from a man or woman’s perspective is all that useful. Although the cultural ideal has developed over time, for example being chubby was the ideal in much of the olden times, male and female ideals often agree. However, that the female characters are eye-candy sexbombs, whose sole purpose is to satisfy the male protagonist’s needs, and by extension the majority of male players, is of course sexist. I just wanted to point out that the roles played are arguably more important than unrealistic looks in the context of sexism.