Gaming studios across the globe are reportedly abandoning the DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) philosophy, causing a stir in both industry and player communities. Sources within the gaming world claim that top-level executives have suddenly remembered the revolutionary concept of «just making fun games». This shift marks the end of endless monologues about representation and a return to what some nostalgically call «actual gameplay». 🎮
«We’ve been liberated!» proclaimed an anonymous employee from a major studio. «After years of being told our boss fights need to represent the struggles of marginalized communities and that every main character must come with a checklist of virtues, we finally got a memo that said, ‘Just make something fun.’ I cried tears of joy and immediately started designing a ridiculously overpowered boss with no societal message.»
The news comes hot on the heels of CI Games, creators of «Lords of the Fallen», announcing their decision to step away from progressive ideologies in future projects. While critics are quick to point out that this is simply catering to a vocal section of the gaming community, others are saying, «Finally, I can fight dragons again without wondering if they’re an allegory for systemic oppression!» 🐉
Industry insiders have revealed bizarre anecdotes about these sudden shifts. One programmer recalls an emergency meeting where management stormed in with charts and graphs, only to say, «Turns out, players hate being lectured mid-boss battle. Who knew?» Another source claims a studio head publicly burned a stack of DEI documents and announced, «No more side quests about the protagonist’s journey to deconstruct capitalism!»
The reactions online have been predictably explosive. Gaming forums are ablaze with memes of characters shedding rainbow-colored armor in favor of gritty, mud-covered designs. Meanwhile, others have taken to social media to ironically demand games where nobody smiles, because emotions could inadvertently push an agenda. «If I see one more game with a single mom saving the world, I’m uninstalling life,» quipped one particularly cynical gamer. 😂
But the fallout isn’t limited to just players. Certain advocacy groups have expressed their horror at this regression to «mindless entertainment». One activist tweeted, «This is the end of gaming as an art form. How dare they prioritize fun over forcing players to think critically about systemic injustice while slashing goblins!» 🧌 Meanwhile, developers who’ve built their careers on writing dialogue about the intersections of sword-wielding and socio-political commentary are reportedly seeking employment in the indie scene.
Even so, many studios are doubling down on the «no agenda, just vibes» approach. Rumors are swirling about games that feature protagonist archetypes like «generic grizzled dude with a tragic past» and «heroic nobody with an inexplicable mastery of combat». A studio insider gleefully revealed, «We’re making a shooter where the player’s only motivation is explosions and loot. No allegory, no deeper meaning — just glorious chaos.»
The return to simplicity has even sparked nostalgia among veteran gamers. Some are reminiscing about the days when NPCs would only ask you to fetch herbs or slay monsters without tacking on an emotional backstory involving systemic disenfranchisement. Others are delighted at the idea of finally getting character customizations that focus solely on looking ridiculous, instead of being burdened with societal significance. 🎭
As the debate rages on, one thing is clear: the gaming world is entering a new era — or perhaps returning to an old one. Whether this marks a glorious renaissance of mindless entertainment or a tragic step back from intellectual engagement, players can expect one thing: a lot more games where the only agenda is having a good time.
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