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Skullgirls Dev Accused Of Misconduct Working On Avatar Fighter
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Mike Zaimont, former CEO of Lab Zero Games and accused of sexual harassment in 2020, has been confirmed to hold a contributor role on the upcoming Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game.
- Comic artist Irene Koh expressed disappointment over Zaimont’s involvement, citing her pride in working on Avatar IP and the team’s history of inclusivity.
- Paramount Games confirmed Zaimont’s role involves backend programming, engine architecture, and netcode for the game’s developer, Gameplay Group International.
- Past allegations against Zaimont include inappropriate sexual comments reported by Twitch streamer Bunny and tournament organizer Carbon Grey, leading to staff resignations and turmoil at Lab Zero Games in 2020.
- Despite the controversy, Zaimont denied wrongdoing in a 2020 statement, attributing Lab Zero Games’ layoffs to financial issues rather than the harassment claims.
