[2019] FO76 gamers are the nicest I've come across

I'm a female gamer. Unfortunately, in online games, I avoid using my microphone because of the toxicity. So frequently, the instant a gamer realised I was a woman, the sexist remarks would start flowing. It was incredibly disappointing, especially since us gamers use our games to escape and unwind after work. I'd finish the night more stressed out than when I had arrived home.

So, I entered FO76 hesitant about using my mic. I've been playing since beta and use my mic infrequently. But, every time I have used the mic, the other gamers have treated me like an actual human being. An equal. No one has mentioned my gender, no shrill "A GIIIRL GAMER!!"... just companionship. Last night I didn't even want to get of the game, because I had met another friendly gamer and just wanted to keep playing with them.

Thank you so much, friendly vault 76 residents! You people are amazing!