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Penguin Colony Developers Talk The BDS Talk And Walk The Walk By Banning The Game For Sale In Israel
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- The game Penguin Colony includes a strong political statement, with its developers openly addressing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and expressing solidarity with Palestine.
- The developers have taken concrete action by blocking the sale of the game in Israel, a rare and direct form of protest within the gaming industry.
- This stance is notable given the industry's usual silence on the issue, contrasting with other attempts to raise awareness that have been largely ignored.
- The game also features a clear land acknowledgement before gameplay begins, signaling the developers' commitment to social and political values within the game itself rather than through external channels.
- The author appreciates the developers' courage in embedding their values directly into the game, prompting personal reflection on ethics and consumer choices.
