OSHL and Dove Release Code My Crown Guide for Accurate Black Hairstyles in Video Games

The guide, created in response to criticism over the portrayal of Black hairstyles in games, provides references, source code, and step-by-step instructions for creating accurate Black hairstyles.

• 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.

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