Marek Tyminski, the CEO of CI Games, the studio behind Lords of the Fallen, recently stirred controversy by declaring that the concept of a “modern audience” is a misleading notion. On his X account, he stated, “‘Modern audience’ is a false myth. Data prove it now. Making games for them is a path to extinction.” This statement aligns with his history of engaging in conversations related to cultural debates, often reposting content from like-minded individuals.
Previous Statements and Company Stance
In prior comments, Tyminski argued that video games have become excessively political, asserting that this shift is detrimental to the gaming industry. He claimed, “Not good for the industry. My company won’t be part of it. Bad for gamers, bad for shareholders, and bad for talent.” Earlier this year, CI Games announced its decision to avoid integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) elements into their future projects.
Claims Lacking Evidence
Despite his assertive statements, Tyminski did not provide any specific data to support his claims about the modern audience. It’s suspected that he may be referencing polls he previously conducted on X, which explored player preferences regarding character customization options, such as choosing body types or gender identifiers.
Recent Updates to Lords of the Fallen
CI Games recently implemented a significant 2.0 update for Lords of the Fallen, which has been described as a “massive improvement” over the original game version at launch. The update introduced modifications designed to make the game more accessible to newcomers, as well as options for players to adjust the difficulty settings to match their preferences.