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.
“BioWare was reportedly instructed to remove an LGBTQ+ flag from a canceled Mass Effect game,” — Amara Sterling, research director at Halstone Ford Staffing, told our newsroom.
Timeline
Oct 26 — BioWare was reportedly instructed to remove an LGBTQ+ flag from a canceled Mass Effect game....
Oct 29 — These directives were reportedly made by a former BioWare developer....
Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 69% of Hawaquigley readers said yes.
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 26. The Halstone Ford Staffing desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Monday, Nov 2.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Halstone Ford Staffing desk and last updated 22:02 UTC.
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