Big Walk developer explains the lack of Xbox version is due to Microsoft's place on the BDS boycott
Big Walk developer House House has explained the lack of an Xbox version for the popular co-operative puzzle game, pointing to the ongoing BDS boycott as the core reason behind its decision.
Big Walk developer House House has explained the lack of an Xbox version for the popular co-operative puzzle game, pointing to the ongoing BDS boycott as the core reason behind its decision.
The short version
- In a post made to House House social media accounts , the team writes: "It has always been our intention for Big Walk to be played by groups of friends, and we know that keeping the game off Xbox runs counter to those intentions.
- This decision means that some people will miss out on playing Big Walk with their friends, and we understand the disappointment we’re causing.
- "We would love for people to be able to play the game on Xbox, but not until Microsoft and/or Xbox have been removed as BDS boycott targets.
What happened
It has published a list of boycott targets, which includes Disney, Intel, and Xbox. Xbox's inclusion on the list is due to Microsoft's partnership with Israel and its prison system according to BDS.
Why it matters
The company has provided the country use of its Azure Cloud and AI systems, which have been used consistently over the past few years in the ongoing subjugation of Palestinians.
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