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The game "Tales of Ken ER Zhao" was notably noted for its setting rooted in African culture, raising hopes among diversity advocates that the industry is finally availing itself of rich, authentic stories. However, skepticism persists about whether Sweet Baby Inc.'s involvement genuinely reflects cultural accuracy or merely fulfills corporate checkboxes.
Some speculate that the game might have incorporated superficial diversity elements without deep storytelling substance, aligning with broader criticisms of "race swapping" and superficial representation in recent media. The concern is that commitments to authenticity are sidelined in favor of surface-level DEI messaging, which may ultimately backfire if the product fails to resonate with audiences.