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The mounting evidence of these personality-driven controversies has led to a broader backlash. Gamers and industry veterans alike are questioning the motives behind these radical changes. Many accuse game publishers and studios of deliberately alienating traditional fans and pushing a social justice agenda at the expense of gameplay quality and player enjoyment.
Former developers from Avalanche and other studios have spoken out, condemning what they see as the erosion of creative freedom and the distortions caused by DEI mandates. These insiders argue that the current approach prioritizes ideological aims over storytelling, gameplay integrity, or respectful representation.