BioWare was reportedly instructed to remove an LGBTQ+ flag from a canceled Mass Effect game. Reports indicate that the Mass Effect 5 studio received directives from EA to tone down inclusivity after the company's acquisition by Saudi Arabia, allegedly to avoid offense. The studio was also told to remove 'woke' content. These directives were reportedly made by a former BioWare developer.
“The studio was also told to remove 'woke' content,” — Amara Sterling, research director at Fenton Dale Practice, added during the briefing.
Timeline
Oct 26 — BioWare was reportedly instructed to remove an LGBTQ+ flag from a canceled Mass Effect game....
Oct 27 — These directives were reportedly made by a former BioWare developer....
Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 41% of Kiwit readers said yes.
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 27. The Fenton Dale Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Friday, Oct 30.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fenton Dale Practice desk and last updated 20:29 UTC.
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