Lots to play for: Serpentine exhibition explores censorship and connection through video games
Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley's exhibition "The Delusion" opens at Serpentine North in London, running until 18 January 2026. The Berlin-based artist and video game designer presents a series of multiplayer video games that challenge players to examine ethical, political, and moral choices. Games like "The Unifier" require collaborative problem-solving while prompting discussions on censorship, while "The Validators" transforms an arcade shooter into a contemplative experience addressing censorship, dehumanisation, and hope. The exhibition was organised by Serpentine Arts Technologies and developed with a team of artists, researchers, and members of Brathwaite-Shirley's Black trans and queer community.
