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,” — Chloe Radcliffe, senior market analyst at Bircroft Ham Staffing, told our newsroom.
Timeline
Oct 27 — BioWare was reportedly instructed to remove an LGBTQ+ flag from a canceled Mass Effect game....
Oct 28 — These directives were reportedly made by a former BioWare developer....
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What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Thursday, Oct 29.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Bircroft Ham Staffing desk and last updated 20:39 UTC.
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