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RuneScape and Old School RuneScape reel back on official in-game Pride events to protect from ‘controversy’
- Jagex CEO Jon Bellamy decided to scale back official Pride events in RuneScape and Old School RuneScape to avoid controversy and backlash.
- Jagex employees offered to complete work on Pride events on their own time and suggested holding in-game Pride parades.
- Bellamy confirmed that OSRS’ Pride mini-quest would not return for the year and Tales of Pride event would return without new content.
- During a staff Q&A, Bellamy rationalized the decision, citing the need to protect Jagex from potential controversy and risk.
- An open letter from Jagex workers led to pre-programmed Pride events being allowed, with devs asked to craft worlds for players.
- Jagex spokesperson stated the company supports the LGBTQ+ community, referencing previous Pride events online.
- Players expressed disappointment and dismay over Jagex's decision, accusing the company of caving to alt-right pressure.
- Employees argued that previous Pride events did not impact revenue and urged leadership not to give in to hate.
- Workers within Jagex requested management to maintain Pride events, leading to a change in the studio's stance.
- Jagex have faced criticism for their decision to scale back in-game Pride events.
- Players lament the company's choice to reel back on official Pride celebrations in the MMORPGs.
- Jagex's decision to limit Pride events has sparked backlash among players.
- The controversy around scaling back official Pride events in RuneScape games has disappointed many fans.
- Players are expressing disappointment and dismay over Jagex's decision regarding in-game Pride events.
- The decision to reduce Pride events in RuneScape and Old School RuneScape has caused backlash among players.
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