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Corruption in Video Games
Cordova, TN; April 27, in the year of our Lord 2015--Family
Friendly Gaming, the industry leader in covering the family
friendly video games is addressing a very important issue within
the video game industry. What issue is it this time? The issue
is corruption within the video game industry. It is sad that
morals, and ethics are not rewarded within video game
journalism. Sell-outs, and lack of integrity are what is being
rewarded. Be warned this upcoming historical account will be
shocking to read. You have been warned. If you do not want to
see the ugly side of video games then please stop reading right
now.
I was talking to a PR contact in email. We had published
multiple stories for them on a plethora of games over the years.
They had never advertised with us. In essence they have abused
our kindness. They have been all about themselves and never once
thought of us. Sure they have sent us reviewable copies of
games. Every time they send a reviewable copy there is a hook in
there - they want a review. Every single review costs more than
the value of what we are provided. Not to mention the cost of
all the coverage we have provided for them. There is a gross
imbalance. So I was encouraging them to replant trees instead of
just cutting down the forest. To think less of self and more of
others. After all the example we have given them should promote
the concept of doing for others.
The PR contact asked a question that shocked me. They asked if
they started advertising would that give them higher review
scores, front cover rights, and Christmas Buying Guide
inclusion. My answer was no. They seem to think they can buy
high scores. What scares me is that question is being asked of
all the gaming media outlets. Companies are buying higher review
scores, front page access, and Christmas Buying Guide inclusion.
I have heard the cries of corruption in relation to #GamerGate.
The scandal is not going away, and the fact that companies are
trying to buy their way is dangerous for video game journalism.
I have heard accusations that IGN, and the ESRB are bought off.
After my experience with this PR contact, I have to suspect the
accusations are accurate. I also have to wonder how many others
are bought off.
God bless,
Paul Bury
Family Friendly Gaming