Ghost of Yotei sparked fury and accusations of wokeness in entertainment. But we’ve played this game before—and it’s boring.

Archived version: https://archive.ph/V5MHu

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    4 months ago

    Many of the core of the arguments boil down to “I don’t believe a woman could murder a strong and combat-trained man.” Regardless of their justifications, I think it’s pretty clear the difference that they’re upset about is that this time the main character is a woman, played by a nonbinary actor.

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    4 months ago

    The [Fascists are] Attacking a Franchise It Once Loved. The Reason Why Is Laughable.

    Ghost of [RMVP]

    RMVP wants to control media. Gamergate wanted to end collusion. The tactics are similar, the goals are not.

    Do not confuse fascists for anti-conspirators.

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    History has shown that they’re ultimately on a path of their own self-destruction. It’s the casualties along the way that I’m worried about.