Unveiling the Bigotry Behind the Anti-Woke Movement
In 2024, the gaming industry has been rocked by a small yet vocal group of grifters aiming to stir up controversy at every game announcement. These charlatans meticulously scrutinize each title, looking for any hint of “wokeness” to exploit and rally their followers against. The latest target of their vitriol is Avowed, a forthcoming Obsidian RPG set in the world of Pillars of Eternity. But in their attack on Avowed, these grifters have inadvertently exposed their true colors.
The Grift Unveiled
The grifters’ modus operandi is simple: they seize on any game that dares to feature diverse characters or progressive themes, then spin a narrative that the game has been altered to cater to a “woke agenda.” They manipulate their followers, mostly disaffected young men, into believing that their last bastion of entertainment is under attack. The goal? To stoke fear and resentment and, ultimately, solicit funds for their dubious projects.
However, with Avowed, the grifters made a critical error. They failed to fabricate any legitimate grievances against the game, revealing their true motivation: bigotry. When the game’s character lineup included a diverse cast, the grifters pounced, decrying it as an assault on traditional gaming values. In reality, their outrage stemmed from a deeply ingrained bias against diversity and inclusion.
The Unseen Racism
As the controversy surrounding Avowed escalated, critics accused the game of promoting a “woke agenda” due to its inclusion of pronouns like “they/them” in the character creator. Yet, these claims were baseless, as the game’s narrative focused on dark magic and existential threats, not social justice issues. Despite the lack of any overtly progressive elements, the grifters persisted in their attacks, driven by their own prejudices.
The True Motive Revealed
At its core, the anti-woke movement is fueled by racism, homophobia, and misogyny. The grifters exploit these sentiments to manipulate their followers and profit from their fear and resentment. By targeting games that challenge traditional norms and feature diverse characters, they seek to maintain the status quo and uphold outdated ideologies.
In the end, Avowed serves as a stark reminder of the insidious nature of the anti-woke movement. By unmasking the bigotry behind their rhetoric, the game exposes the true intentions of those who seek to undermine progress and diversity in the gaming industry. As players, we must remain vigilant against these divisive tactics and stand up for inclusivity and representation in all forms of media.
