You are being invited to participate in a research study titled "Convergence and Divergence in a gentrified gaming community". This study is being conducted by Austin Farnsworth at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. You are invited to participate in this study simply by being a member of the fighting game community.





The purpose of this research study is to discover how the FGC defines their culture, and to understand the way the community has adapted for the esports market. By agreeing to take part in this study, you will be asked to complete a questionnaire. Questions will focus on your experience in the fighting game community, what makes the community important to you, as well as your take on it's convergence into esports. This questionnaire should take 10-15 minutes to complete.





We believe there are no known risks associated with this research study; however, as with any online related activity the risk of a breach of confidentiality is always possible. To the best of our ability your answers in this study will remain confidential. All names will be changed or removed to protect the privacy of any named individuals.





Your participation is 100% voluntary, and you may withdraw at any time. You are free to skip any question you choose.