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.
“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,” — Hugo Halloway, contributing analyst at Ashton Bridge Solutions, added during the briefing.
Timeline
Oct 25 — BioWare was reportedly instructed to remove an LGBTQ+ flag from a canceled Mass Effect game....
Oct 27 — These directives were reportedly made by a former BioWare developer....
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 24. The Ashton Bridge Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Friday, Oct 30.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Ashton Bridge Solutions desk and last updated 19:05 UTC.
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