Farm Folks developer Crytivo has apologized for a controversial tweet about jiggle physics. The tweet sparked widespread criticism on social media, with the company acknowledging that it “crossed a line” and was intended to gather feedback from fans.
However, the community manager of Farm Folks faced further backlash for dismissing those who were offended as “complainers” and attributing the issue to “pervy people.” Adding to the controversy, the recent launch of Stellar Blade was overshadowed by debates regarding censorship and the game’s jiggle physics.
The developer of Farm Folks, which had previously shown little concern about the physics of its female characters, inexplicably posted a tweet showcasing varying levels of jiggle physics and asking fans to choose the “perfect” version. The subsequent tweet, teasing a “150% jiggle,” further alienated the audience.
The timing of these tweets, amidst the ongoing discussions about jiggle physics and censorship in gaming, led to speculation that Crytivo was trying to appeal to a particular audience. However, the response from Farm Folks’ predominantly female audience prompted Crytivo to delete the controversial tweet and issue an official apology for their misstep.
In their apology, Crytivo explained that they had received prior concerns about the game’s jiggle physics and were seeking input from the community, though they admitted that the “150% jiggle” comment was inappropriate. Despite the apology, the Farm Folks community manager’s dismissive comments on the game’s Discord channel, labeling critics as “complainers” and defending the tweet, further fueled the controversy.
Overall, the controversy has tainted Crytivo’s reputation and undermined the goodwill they had built during the game’s development. It remains to be seen whether Crytivo will learn from this mistake and address the concerns of their fanbase.
