November 12th 2023.
Two Black women are making their mark on Hip Hop's 50th anniversary in an extraordinary way. A.V. "Supreme" Perkins and Marian "Skinny Bee" Andoh-Clark have created a card game called University of Dope, which seeks to engage players on the facts and trivia of the genre.
The idea for the game started with a simple discussion between the two friends about their love of the art form, and in particular the Wu-Tang Clan. When they couldn't find a drinking game themed around the iconic rap group, they decided to take on the task themselves. What started as an homage to the New York City collective has grown into a game that celebrates a range of Hip-Hop artists.
The game has been gaining in popularity, and has been played by Method Man, Peter Guns, and D Nice. A.V. Perkins spoke about the significance of the game in an interview with Jazmyn Summers for Newsone, saying "We don't know life before Hip-Hop. To grow up in the genre and see our greats still contributing to the genre and us creating our game, and having all that synergy is mind-blowing."
University of Dope tests a player's Hip-Hop knowledge and allows them to reminisce about their favorite hits while debating on hypothetical situations. It's not just a card game, though - the two creators are hosting an event in December as part of the Art Basel festivities in Miami. A.V. Perkins said, "We want to take game night and put it on its head. We're bringing the nostalgia of old school Hip-Hop and updating it with tech, making it an experience that connects people."
The game can be found on its website, as well as at retailers such as Amazon, Target, and Walmart. There are also R&B and family-friendly versions for those who want to enjoy the game without the Hip-Hop theme. As Wu-Tang Clan is honored with the Empire State Building lit up in their colors, the creators of University of Dope are making sure they are also part of the celebration.
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