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I’ve decided not to attend GDC in San Francisco this year. GDC is meant to connect, educate, and inspire. While there are valid ongoing debates if hosting it in one of the most expensive cities in the world holds true to that goal, my decision is based on something deeper. 🧵

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I currently cannot, in good conscience, travel to the United States due to serious concerns about the direction of its immigration policies, civil rights protections, and the treatment of marginalized communities. It’s a personal decision grounded in my values.

I don’t feel comfortable normalizing or financially supporting a system whose policies I believe undermine due process and human rights. I recognise that I’m in a privileged position. I’ve had the opportunity to attend GDC many times over the years, and those experiences have helped me build..

..relationships and sustain my work without needing to attend every year. Many people in our industry don’t have that flexibility, and I respect that. If you’re going, I genuinely hope it’s productive, meaningful, and safe. I look forward to hang out and connect at another time and place❤️