‘Who Killed Love?’ A Video Game Plays to Male Resentment in China.
The New York TimesThursday, July 17, 2025 at 4:00:05 AM
A controversial video game called Revenge on Gold Diggers is making waves in China, tapping into a simmering frustration among some men who feel economically disadvantaged and resentful toward women. The game, which pits players against female characters portrayed as greedy and manipulative, has sparked debate about rising misogyny and the broader tensions around wealth inequality and gender dynamics in Chinese society.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about a game—it’s a window into deeper societal frustrations. As economic pressures mount in China, some men are directing their anger toward women, blaming them for financial struggles. The game’s popularity highlights how digital spaces can amplify real-world resentments, and it raises tough questions about how societies handle inequality when it spills over into hostility. It’s a story about more than pixels; it’s about the fractures in modern relationships.
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