Games industry speaks out against Roe v Wade decision

pcgamesinsider.biz:

Developers and publishers from around the industry have spoken out about the US Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v Wade.

The ruling was published on Friday, June 24th, overturning the 1973 decision that protected a woman's right to an abortion. It has been met with outcry, not least due to the current composition of the Supreme Court.

Games companies have criticised the decision, with many promising to ensure their employees have access to what is deemed essential healthcare.

"Last month, we stated without reservation that all of us deserve to choose our own path and access the healthcare we need," Destiny maker Bungie wrote, adding to a post it made in May when a leaked decision was released. "The decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade cuts off millions of Americans from that access and leaves open the possibility of even further restrictions on life-saving healthcare for all of us.

"Bungie is committed to ensuring that every one of our employees and their families have safe and affordable access to essential healthcare needs. As we continue to expand our digital-first workplace to more states, we will now be implementing a travel reimbursement program for any employee to use when they or a dependent cannot get access to the healthcare they need where they live.

"We remain undeterred in our commitment to stand up for reproductive choice and liberty."

Microsoft wrote in a statement to GI.biz: "Microsoft will continue to do everything we can under the law to support our employees and their enrolled dependents in accessing critical healthcare - which already includes services like abortion and gender-affirming care - regardless of where they live across the US,"

"This support has been extended