Really, playing as a woman or guy shouldn't matter. I also know a lot of men who prefer to play with female characters, cuz they're bored of playing with the guys, since they're usually the main heroes in most games. This and the fact that some guys appreciate the backside of a female character just more xD
I don't mind with playing a female character, I actually like it. Badass women always amazed me in video gaming
But in RE6 Chris's campaign had to be the most unequal campaign, because they were no women, only men