Homosexuality and religion supported them. Ancient religious texts such as the Vedas often refer to people of a third gender known as hijra, who are neither female nor male. Some see this third gender as an ancient parallel to modern western lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex identities. Hinduism has taken various positions, ranging from positive to neutral or antagonistic. Referring to the nature of Samsara, the Rigveda, one of the four canonical sacred texts of Hinduism says 'Vikruti Evam Prakriti' (perversity/diversity is what nature is all about, or, what seems unnatural is also natural). A "third gender" has been acknowledged within Hinduism
Religion and video games but also on fictional ones. Stories, motifs and names of characters from religious texts are used as reference points. Ancient religions and their deities are used in various ways. The religions portrayed are often no longer practiced, like ancient Greek religion. In the real-time strategy game "Age of Mythology" the player has to choose a "major god", which gives certain gameplay benefits. In "Prince of Persia" the nameless Prince has to fight Ahriman, an evil deity from Zoroastrianism. Real world historical religions and events are used as inspiration for video games. For instance, while "Assassin's Creed" (2007) is fictional, it