Blizzard is removing unspecified inappropriate references from World of Warcraft
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World of Warcraft team’s statement Tuesday didn’t specify what “references” they would remove. But it seems possible that NPCs and items named for former
World of Warcraft senior creative director Alex Afrasiabi may be taken out of the game although Afrasiabi seemingly left Blizzard in June 2020, his stamp on the game remains, as
Afrasiabi was singled out in the lawsuit for his horrible behavior, which the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) says included “blatant sexual harassment with little to no repercussions.” The complaint provides more detail, which I am prefacing with a
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California sues Activision for sexist discrimination after 2-year investigation
In recent years, in-depth investigations have led to accusations of toxic and sexist work environments at several major game studios. Riot Games and Ubisoft are both currently tangled up in sexual harassment lawsuits, and Activision is now joining them. Following a 2-year long investigation, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing is suing Activision-Blizzard for numerous alleged violations, including sex-based pay discrimination.
California sues Activision
The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing is seeking an injunction that will force compliance with workplace protections. They are also seeking to rectify unpaid wages as well as secure pay adjustments, back pay, and lost wages and benefits for female employees.