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Does Animal Crossing Promote Otaku Citizenship?

Like us, you may not have initially realized the significance of Animal Crossing. Sure it's a simple game for kids, with cute animals and bright colors. But could it be true that it inspires otaku citizenship?! Otaku, if you don't know, means obsessive interest and collection, usually associated with Japanese culture, but it can apply to ANYTHING. In Animal Crossing, as mayor of your town, success is defined by maintaining friendships with your townspeople and collecting natural resources to cultivate the perfect town. Is this promoting otaku? Watch the episode and find out!

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  • Originally Aired July 10, 2013
  • Runtime 10 minutes
  • Network YouTube
  • Created July 15, 2013 by
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  • Modified July 15, 2013 by
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Name Type Role
Mike Rugnetta Writer
Andrew Kornhaber Director