Overview

• Open Source Hair Library (OSHL) and Dove have released the Code My Crown guide, a free resource providing references and source code for creating accurate Black hairstyles in video games.
• The guide was created in response to criticism over the portrayal of Black hairstyles in games, particularly those that heavily feature character customization.
• 74 percent of developers want to learn how to better code textured hair in games, according to Dove and the OSHL.
• The guide was made by a team of Black animators, programmers, and consultants, and includes 15 sculpts for each hairstyle with step-by-step instructions, 360 degree photo mapping, and insight into its cultural significance.
• Dove's initiative extends its mission to end hair-based discrimination and improve diverse representation in the gaming industry.