Square Enix is ​​preparing to take legal action to protect its employees from harassment

Square Enix is ​​prepared to take legal action against those who harass or intimidate its employees.

The creator of a Final Fantasy has updated the Group’s Customer Harassment Policy and confirmed that it may restrict access to its products and services for those who harass its employees, or even initiate criminal proceedings.

“In the event that Square Enix determines that an individual has engaged in conduct against one of our employees or partners that exceeds socially acceptable behavior or is disruptive, we reserve the right to terminate support services or suspend access to our group’s products and services“, says the politician.

“In situations where such actions are serious or malicious, Square Enix reserves the right to defend its employees and partners and to take legal action or initiate criminal proceedings after consulting with the police and/or attorneys.“.

The Japanese publisher clarified that harassment includes acts of violence, profanity and intimidation, defamation and personal attacks (including via e-mail), as well as discriminatory remarks and behavior and sexual harassment.

In addition, it has been warned that wrongful claims, such as unreasonable claims for compensation or excessive claims for punitive damages against employees, can also lead to legal action by the company.

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Square Enix said it remains open to feedback, feedback and other requests, but noted that there have been instances where some customers have directed harassment at its executives, employees and partners.

“These actions not only prevent our employees and partners from doing their jobs safely, but also create disruptions for other customers.“added the company. “Square Enix will not tolerate harassment and will take the necessary action“.

Last year’s poll State of the Industry 2023 de la GDC revealed that the vast majority of developers are concerned about harassment by players. According to the results, 91% of respondents considered toxicity directed at studio employees to be a problem.

These findings came after public calls from major companies such as Sony Santa Monica in Revivalwho condemned the toxic behavior of some players. Respawn, in particular, revealed that it has observed “increased harassment of members of our development team“.