As release on anniversary of Ukraine invasion nears.
Atomic Heart has been in development since 2017.
“Science, equality and fraternity are the main symbols of freedom in this reality.
But what kind of effort does it take to build an ideal society?”
Mundfish asks, teasing a story which will question “what forces are behind the Utopian dream?”
Yet Mundfish has already raised eyebrows for its use of pro-Soviet themes in marketing.
So who is Mundfish?
One country is conspicuously missing.
Mundfish was recently forced to deny claims it was harvesting data for Russian authorities.
“The website’s privacy statement is outdated and wrong, and should have been removed years ago.
We have shut down the shop to assure our fans of the integrity of our studio and products.
We apologise for any confusion on this matter.”
Other incidents and choices from Mundfish have raised concern.
For one, Atomic Heart’s release date.
Atomic Heart is set for release on the same day this year, raising eyebrows.
If it was a mere coincidence, why not say so?
If Mundfish wished to avoid speculation, why not shift the date?
“We do not comment on politics or religion.
Rest assured; we are a global team focused on getting Atomic Heart into the hands of gamers everywhere.
Guys, we have noted the questions surrounding where we, at Mundfish, stand.
Lastly, there’s the matter of Mundfish’s investor, the Russian firm GEM Capital.
Paliy previously worked for Russian majority state-owned gas company Gazprom.
It means sales for the game in Russia can be linked back to the state.
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Again, Eurogamer asked Mundfish for more information - which was not provided.
This is why commenters online are calling for more transparency over Mundfish’s financial dealings, and Russian origins.
Local pressAINhas released multiple articles noting the game’s Russian origins.
Eurogamer also did not receive a response from Microsoft, which is promoting the game via Game Pass.
“I believe it is important to separate the actions of a government from the actions of individual citizens.
