Entertainmentby <name>Jess Weatherbed</name>
Big Walk skipped Xbox to boycott Microsoft over Israel ties
Key Takeaways
- Big Walk skipped Xbox consoles intentionally.
- Developer House House cited Microsoft's ties to Israel.
- The boycott aligns with Palestinian-led campaigns.
- The game remains available on other platforms.
Developer House House has confirmed that its popular co-op multiplayer game, Big Walk, deliberately omitted an Xbox release. The decision stems from a boycott aligned with Palestinian-led campaigns protesting Microsoft's business involvement in Israel. While the game has enjoyed success on other platforms since its August launch, Xbox players remain excluded due to the developers' political stance. This move highlights a growing trend of game creators taking explicit political positions through platform release strategies.
Recommended for you
Tools and services we trust to boost productivity and content workflows.
Browse picks