Neopets TTRPG Playtest Material Pulled for Controversial Material
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Key Points:
- The Neopets TTRPG beta playtest document, released by Geekify, sparked controversy due to inappropriate content including intoxicated enemies, torture options, and misogynistic and homophobic language, which clashed with Neopets' family-friendly brand.
- The playtest system was criticized for being a combat-heavy derivative of Dungeons & Dragons, deviating significantly from the originally promised classless, point-based RPG system promoted on Kickstarter.
- Neopets' owner issued a statement clarifying that the beta document was not approved or reviewed by their team, violated their licensing agreement, and did not align with their brand values, leading to a request for its removal.
- Despite the controversy, Neopets expressed commitment to continuing the T
