Helldivers 2 Drops DEI and Game Journos are MAD.

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Helldiver 2’s creative director said that forced DEI doesn’t belong in video games, and video game journalists are so, so mad about it. Meanwhile, on the Helldivers 2 Discord server... Helldivers 2 is facing significant backlash for its creative director’s dismissal of diversity, equity, and inclusion themes, sparking a debate about the role of political messaging in gaming and the impact of such stances on community engagement. 00:00 Helldivers 2 faces media backlash after its creative director dismisses DEI and political themes, reflecting a shift away from such initiatives in gaming. 02:26 Helldivers 2’s creative director faced backlash for rejecting DEI in a game critiquing fascism, igniting debate among YouTubers and journalists about the role of diversity in gaming. 04:47 Helldivers 2 faces backlash for perceived political messaging, with critics arguing for a focus on creativity over politics, while much of the outrage seems exaggerated and attention-seeking. 06:45 Many gamers are upset with AAA games prioritizing political agendas over content, leading to claims of "wokeness" and declining popularity. 08:13 Many viewers are turned off by celebrities’ political views and social media presence, impacting their willingness to engage with new content. 10:30 Helldivers 2 critiques jingoism and media literacy, facing backlash over its political themes and inclusion approach, highlighting the need for professional community management in gaming. 13:25 Companies risk damaging their brand by hiring community managers who don’t align with their values, as seen in the Lucasfilm controversy over Gina Carano. 15:14 Helldivers 2 bans identity politics in its community guidelines, angering gamers who oppose political agendas in gaming. 🐠 Become a MEMBER of The Reef at http://ClownfishMinus.com Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com CFTV Audio Podcast (iTunes): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 CFTV Audio Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/6qJc5C6OkQkaZnGCeuVOD1 Official Website: http://ClownfishTV.com Official Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Geeky Sparkles’ Blog: https://www.piratesandprincesses.net/ About Us: Clownfish TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary channel that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer’s point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Games #Gaming #News #Commentary #Reaction #Podcast #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech