Title: Helldivers 2 Community Manager Fired Amidst PlayStation Network Backlash
In a shocking turn of events, the community manager for Helldivers 2 claims to have been fired after encouraging players to leave negative reviews on Steam in response to Sony’s decision to mandate account linking with PlayStation Network. The controversial move sparked a backlash from players, with over 200,000 negative reviews flooding the game’s Steam page.
Community manager Spitz, who actively encouraged players to voice their dissatisfaction through negative reviews, ultimately lost their job despite Sony reversing their decision. Spitz revealed on the game’s official Discord channel that their departure was not voluntary, standing by their actions as a representation of the community’s frustrations.
Despite the outcome, Spitz expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work for Arrowhead, the developers behind Helldivers 2, and stated they would continue in their role if given the chance. In a surprising twist, players have rallied behind Spitz, with many calling for the PSN drama to be immortalized in-game as a cape, with developers currently working on incorporating the idea and coming up with a fitting name for it.
The incident serves as a reminder of the power of player feedback and the importance of community representation in the gaming industry. As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Helldivers 2 and Arrowhead will address the aftermath of the PlayStation Network debacle.
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