The Wizard101 Server Dude Controversy Explained
Wizard101 is a lesser-known, family-friendly MMORPG, but it recently caused a stir because of a new controversy. Developed by KingsIsle Entertainment, the turn-based game was bombarded with harsh messages in the form of in-game announcements, seemingly from an unsatisfied employee. Most of the messages contained profanity, but some targeted KingsIsle Entertainment and its work culture.
The scandalous announcements forced the developer to shut down the MMORPG’s servers for about four hours to remedy the situation. This may seem like a somewhat humorous situation, especially for players who witnessed the announcements pop up. However, it could hint at something more serious involving the company and how it treats its employees.
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Most of the offending announcements contain curse words and crass terms, one even referenced Walter White of Breaking Bad. Others, however, heavily suggested that the hacker was a current employee of KingsIsle Entertainment. One message read, “I fu— hate my job,” while another said, “email support@wizard101.com so I can get a raise.” However, the most damning announcement is likely this one: “kings isle is the worst company I have ever worked for.”
The developer was quick to get rid of the announcements, but the damage had been done. People were talking about the mysterious hijacker (just in time for others clamoring about the GTA 6 hacker), now dubbed “Server Dude.” For now, it’s unclear who Server Dude really is, but if they’re an employee, then they clearly aren’t happy with how KingsIsle Entertainment is treating them.
First, it should be said that Server Dude could be an employee of the company, but they might also be an outsider posing as one. There’s no
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