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Much of Marante’s rhetoric is tied to the broader push for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in gaming. Critics argue that these efforts are sometimes misused or inflated, with companies hiring diversity consultants for superficial inclusivity rather than meaningful change. The push for more diversity is seen by some as driven by activist groups that infiltrate industry spaces, aiming to impose a specific ideological framework.
This perception fuels resentment among gamers who feel that such agendas are being imposed on their hobby—often at the expense of gameplay quality and narrative integrity. Detractors accuse activists of creating demand for divisive content, further polarizing the community.