The controversy surrounding the Smash or Pass game and its impact on social media users
Smash or Pass, a popular social media game where participants are asked to decide whether they would have sex with a person in a photo or not, has sparked controversy and backlash for its objectification of individuals based solely on their appearance. One of the main criticisms of the Smash or Pass game is that it perpetuates harmful stereotypes and reinforces unrealistic beauty standards. By reducing individuals to their looks and encouraging others to make quick judgements about them, the game can contribute to a culture of superficiality and judgement based on physical appearance alone. Moreover, the game has been accused of promoting objectification and dehumanization of individuals, particularly women. By framing the game in a sexual context and asking participants to make decisions about whether they would engage in sexual activity with someone based solely on their appearance, Smash or Pass can contribute to a culture of objectification and disempowerment. Additionally,