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About that Firewatch Developer Issuing DMCA’s Against Pewdiepie

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Campo Santo, the developer behind the popular Indie title Firewatch is using DMCA requests to take down videos of its game featuring Pewdiepie. The Youtube personality Felix Kjellberg has found himself in another predicament yet again. And this time, I have a bit of an opinion in regards to the situation.

Firewatch No Longer Supports Pewdiepie

The reason behind Campo Santo’s decision is the fact that they had enough of Felix. The straw that broke their back happened after he said the word “N***er” during a livestream of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds. The founder of Campo Santo, Sean Vanaman talked about the issue in a Twitter thread.

https://twitter.com/vanaman/status/906983575337107456

https://twitter.com/vanaman/status/906984060215427072

Afterwards, Sean called PewdiePie a “propagator of despicable garbage that does real damage to the culture around this industry.” Not only that, but he also encouraged other developers to follow suite in Sean’s actions. The reasoning behind this being that “A game in his channel = Endorsement”.

PewdiePie and Campo Santo are Both Acting Immaturely.

It’s time for me to step into the territory everyone hates me to cover, Politics. But while this might be a politic issue because of “Politically correct demands”, it’s also a big gaming issue that involves Youtube and Streaming. The fact that Campo Santo is issuing DMCA claims to terminate Pewdiepie’s video on the game is the worst way to handle this situation.

Here’s the deal, Youtubers like H3H3 Productions have been fighting in regards to what “Fair use” is. And while the cause of just wanting Firewatch out of PewdiePie’s picture is understandable. The company is doing the equivalent of using a Nuke instead of a Scalpel. Especially since Pewd’s Firewatch gameplay is still considered a “Fair Use” stream.

However, while I might have defended Pewdiepie the first time he did something like this. It’s time for me to address Felix’s behavior. First off, he’s the Face of Youtube according to many people. His high Subscriber count makes him one of the most viewed channels in the entirety of Youtube. But the problem is that this includes children who might copy his behavior.

Felix is supposed to conserve a professional image, even if he makes fun of X Y or Z topic. And while “The Face of Youtube” is a title that Felix does or doesn’t want to carry. It sticks with him regardless because he’s the most viewed person in Youtube regardless.

Other Youtubers and Word Impact: Could the “N-word” be acceptable?

Youtuber iDubbbz has once made clear when he went against Tana Mongeau that words can only get impact if the person gives it an impact. This actually does apply to Pewdie, because saying the “N-Word” couldn’t be offensive towards him or me for that matter. But the problem is that thousands if not millions of people actually give the word the level of impact it has.

I can defend Pewdiepie for his anti-semitic jokes, because that’s what dark humor is. But I can’t do so anymore due to the fact that even while those are his actions as an individual. He Still represents Youtube and other Youtubers, and as far as I know Youtube isn’t Purely Dark Humor.

This is certainly a sad case, because now the rest of Youtube will have to suffer through another “Adpocalypse”. Which had already started according to some minor Youtube channels.

I really don’t want to say this but, Felix. Shut the hell up. You’re ruining everyone’s lives by saying the words nobody wants to hear.

I always wanted to be a journalist who listens. The Voice of the Unspoken and someone heavily involved in the gaming community. From playing as a leader of a competitive multi-branch team to organizing tournaments for the competitive scene to being involved in a lot of gaming communities. I want to keep moving forward as a journalist.

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Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game

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Gran Turismo 7 has just received an exciting update to version 1.46 on both PS5 and PS4. This latest update introduces a unique addition to the game: the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a car that you won’t come across in any other game. Škoda makes its debut in the franchise with a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car, designed exclusively for the Polyphony Digital racer.

Once you’ve downloaded update 1.46, you’ll have the opportunity to test drive not one but two additional cars: the AFEELA Prototype 2024 and the iconic Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70. Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Watch as they take to the track in the video above.

Additionally, the update introduces a new menu for players to tackle in the GT Café. At Collector Level 38, players have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Ferrari 12-cylinder engines, gaining knowledge and expanding their collection. In World Circuits, players can look forward to exciting new events such as the Japanese Clubman Cup 550, the American FR Challenge 550, and the Vision Gran Turismo Trophy. For all the avid fans of Photo Mode, there’s an exciting opportunity to explore the captivating city of San Diego in a brand new Scape.

What are your thoughts on the latest update for Gran Turismo 7? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games

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Atlus’ highly anticipated RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, appears to incorporate familiar systems reminiscent of the developer’s acclaimed Persona series. The game features turn-based battles that heavily rely on exploiting enemy weaknesses. Additionally, players have the ability to summon warrior spirits during combat. However, the most significant aspect of this game, which will be discussed in this article, is the bonding system. Through this system, players can spend time with important characters and gain deeper insights into their personalities and stories.

In contrast to the Persona games, the bonding system ends at that point. Unfortunately, players will be unable to pursue romantic relationships with their beloved waifus, which may come as a disappointment to those who have developed strong feelings for Hulkenberg, the party’s charismatic red-haired elven knight.

According to Siliconera, the absence of romance came up during a recent question and answer session. Atlus emphasized the continued opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your allies while also introducing additional narratives through substories. In addition, familiarizing yourself with the supporting characters will grant you access to new archetypes, which serve as the game’s character classes.

In the Persona games, romance is not obligatory; rather, it serves as a means to customize your playthrough. However, it is quite unexpected that Metaphor has chosen not to pursue such a venture, considering the significant amount of discussion it typically generates!

Were you anticipating any romantic elements in Metaphor? If you’re not satisfied with your pre-order, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5

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It appears that many

are eagerly anticipating the launch of the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade. Shift Up, the developer, has shared a lengthy video showcasing the “secrets” found in the physical box of the game for PS5. From what we can gather, these secrets include a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for cosmetic items.

We must clarify that while we do appreciate the variant cover, it may be more appealing than the game’s standard art. However, it is not something we would typically classify as a “secret.”. However, what’s interesting is that Shift Up has confirmed through the comments section that this will be the case in all regions. Additionally, the visually striking action RPG will remain uncensored worldwide.

It’s refreshing to witness a developer going the extra mile for physical collectors, and it’s evident that the developer is determined to leave a favorable mark in the console realm. Stellar Blade is set to make its highly anticipated debut this Friday, April 26th, exclusively on the PS5.

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