The co-op multiplayer game Big Walk, launched in August, will not be available on Xbox consoles. Developer House House announced this decision as part of a boycott aligned with the Palestinian-led BDS movement, which targets Microsoft due to its contracts with the Israeli military. The game remains accessible on Windows via Steam.
House House expressed disappointment over the exclusion, acknowledging that it contradicts their intention for friends to play together. They stated that the game will not be released on Xbox until Microsoft is removed from the BDS boycott list.
House House's decision highlights the intersection of gaming and activism. As the BDS movement gains traction, monitor how other developers respond to similar pressures. The ongoing discourse around corporate responsibility in gaming could influence future titles and platforms.