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Underlying these events is a larger cultural rift. Critics of the game, often labeled as "gamers" or "anti-SJWs," face attacks from the mainstream media and industry insiders. These figures seem to conflate dissent with harassment, despite no evidence of widespread incitement from their critics.
The narrative has become polarized: critics advocate for honest discussion about gameplay, story, and character decisions, while opponents frame dissenters as toxic trolls. Media outlets tend to validate this framing, further entrenching division.