"Terrifying 1982 Video Game Breaks Gender Barrier with Female Playable Character"
The first playable female character in a video game appeared in 1977 in a game called 'Score,' followed by 'Wabbit' in 1982 for Atari 2600, which marked the first console title where players could control a woman character. These early games paved the way for the inclusion of female protagonists in popular titles like 'Metroid,' 'Tomb Raider,' and 'The Last of Us Part II.' The evolution of gaming has brought about more diverse and inclusive representation, challenging the notion that video games are exclusively for a male audience.