Missing Warhammer Online Credits 'Disrespectful'
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In a new memo to its constituency, the IGDA, a trade association representing game developers, also says Electronic Arts studio Mythic's decision "misleads both consumers and game industry peers," and cited a survey by its Writers Special Interest Group that found 35 percent of respondents "don't ever" or "only sometimes" receive official credit for their work.
"The lack of accurate, fair, and consistent credit standards in the industry poses a serious problem for every game developer," says IGDA chairperson Jennifer MacLean of 38 studios. "By refusing to acknowledge their contributions, studio management limits the professional recognition and opportunity for development that every contributor deserves."
How hard is it to just add 5, 10, or even 50 more names to the credits? In my opinion, if an employee is no longer with the company but the assets they created during their employment are being used in the final game, then they should receive recognition.
