Controversy
America's Army has been described as an extension of the military entertainment complex or so-called "militainment" with criticism that it contributes to a militarization of society. Because America's Army focuses on the technological aspect of war rather than the moral, it has been referred to as How We Fight, alluding to the U.S. government's series of films named Why We Fight, which supported the war effort for World War II.
Media theorist David B. Nieborg criticized the game and noted that its mechanics are a careful blend of propaganda, advertising and education.
Use of the game by recruitment and training centers has been criticised and protested against, amongst others by the Veterans for Peace group. Its use in schools as a recruiting tool aimed at children has also been criticised.
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