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The United States Supreme Court today overturned Roe v. Wade, the historic 1973 ruling protecting women’s right to abortion, and prompted several American game developers to issue statements on the issue.
Bungie updated the post he made last month when a draft of the Supreme Court decision was leaked for the first time.
“Last month, we declared unreservedly that we all deserve to choose our own path and access the health care we need. The U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade cuts millions of Americans off. ‘this access and leaves open the possibility of further restrictions on life-saving health care for all of us.
“Bungie is committed to ensuring that all of our employees and their families have safe and affordable access to essential health needs. As we continue to expand our digital workplace to more states, we will now implement a travel reimbursement program. for any trip.employee to use when he or a dependent cannot access the health care they need where they live.
“We do not give up on our commitment to advocating for reproductive choice and freedom.”
The study then included links to organizations that supported people losing health rights in the U.S., such as URGE (Unite for Reproductive & Gender Equity), Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice, NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation , In Our Own Voice and Trans. Lifeline.
Among Us developer Innersloth released his own statement and linked to the last two previous organizations, as well as The Brigid Alliance, Plan C and a coalition of 80 abortion funds.
“Innersloth supports reproductive choice and freedom,” the study said. “The end of the constitutional right to abortion is a gender, racial, economic and human rights disaster for present and future generations.
“There are so many local people and organizations to support. If you can, lend them your voice, time, action, money or privileges. We are with everyone affected.”
Insomniac Games posted a statement on its Twitter account, saying, “We are human beings who make games. Reproductive freedom and bodily autonomy are human rights,” the last part of which was echoed by other Sony-owned developers. Media Molecule, Sucker Punch, and Bend Studio.
Sony’s Santa Monica Studio followed a statement of values with a commitment to action, saying: “We believe that bodily autonomy and reproductive freedom are fundamental human rights. Santa Monica Studio will continue to uphold these values and support members of the our team to get access to the care they need. “
Sony pledged last month to provide financial assistance to employees who needed to travel for reproductive care, although PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan told staff that the company would not make a statement about the rights to reproductive rights. abortion because it was important to “respect differences of opinion.”
Skullgirls developer and co-op studio Future Club also used the phrase “Reproductive freedom and bodily autonomy are human rights” in its own statement.
The International Association of Game Developers also issued a statement, saying: “We believe that bodily autonomy and choice over one’s own reproductive and health issues are relevant to achieving this mission. One must have control over one’s own. health issues to successfully manage your professional career and life “.
He added: “We are deeply concerned about the increase in government interventions that undermine and limit reproductive choice and access to care. We applaud and show solidarity with the gaming industry and the community leaders who are taking measures to support all those who are adversely affected by such attempts. “
Certain Affinity republished the commitment it made last month with full-time employees that would cover the costs of relocating to another part of the U.S. or Canada where there was more access to reproductive or transgender health care.
Update: A Microsoft spokesman relayed the company’s comment, saying, “Microsoft will continue to do its best under the law to support our employees and their registered employees in accessing critical health care, which already includes services such as abortion and gender assertion.care, regardless of where you live in the U.S. This support has been expanded to include travel expenses assistance for these and other legal medical services where access to attention is limited in availability to an employee’s geographical region of origin. “
An Activision Blizzard representative said the company had already expanded its employee coverage and said, “Maintaining a safe and inclusive environment for everyone is a top priority for Activision Blizzard and includes supporting physical and mental well-being. of all who work here, including theirs.In early June, we announced our expanded medical travel benefits to include coverage for U.S. employees and their dependents who participate in our medical plans and live in areas where access to health care, including reproductive health, gender affirmation treatment, transplant care, and any other health care covered by our plans that is not available in the status of a covered person or within 100 miles of where you live. “
Sony San Diego Studio and Guerrilla have released almost the same line as other Sony studios previously, while Naughty Dog’s statement was more in line with Sony Santa Monica’s.
“Naughty Dog believes that reproductive freedom and bodily autonomy are basic human rights and essential to the health and well-being of everyone,” the study said. “We will continue to uphold these values and actively support all employees so that they receive the care they need and want.”
Devolver Digital also tweeted its position, saying, “Reproductive rights are human rights.”
Ubisoft added his voice, saying: “Today and every day, we believe that reproductive rights are human rights, women’s rights are human rights, trans rights are human rights and equal rights for all is essential for to a world where everyone can be authentic and thrive. “
Niantics said it “defends reproductive rights and will support employees in accessing safe health care,” adding that it has also signed the Don’t Ban Equality letter with dozens of other companies saying the decision to cancel · Lar Roe v. Wade goes against his. values and is bad for business.
ArenaNet followed its previous statement on the draft leaked Supreme Court ruling with a new post today, saying: “At ArenaNet, we believe that women’s rights are human rights, LGBTQ + rights are human rights and we unequivocally support equal rights for all. “
Electronic Arts today released a letter sent to employees and while it did not express its disagreement with the decision, it said it would support employees.
“We know this issue is important because it generates a number of emotions for you and your loved ones, whether they live in the United States or abroad,” the company told employees.
“Your health and well-being are our top priority. We are working closely with our U.S. health care provider, Swan, and will soon offer expanded travel health benefits, for U.S. employees and their dependents. Our goal is to provide the support and services that allow you and your eligible dependents to receive the care they need to be the best and most authentic version of yourself at work and in other areas of your life. ” .
EA reportedly told staff last month that it would not make a statement on abortion rights and would only rule on an issue when there was a “consistent perspective” among its employees and taking sides “would really a positive impact “.