Alanah Pearce And The Alleged 'Console Wars'
Alanah Pearce, currently working with Sony, has come under fire for discussing and praising Starfield, a Microsoft game, on her personal YouTube and Twitch channels. Pearce's career trajectory, which includes transitioning from working as a writer for IGN, being part of Funhaus, to working for Sony, is both rich and varied.
Pearce's Independence From Sony
Despite her professional affiliation with Sony, Pearce continues to produce content independently, discussing the various games she appreciates. Her engagement in creating content is separate from her duties as an employee of Sony. Her discussions around Starfield, however, have earned her the ire of some who view her actions as betrayal, owing to her position with Sony.
Addressing The 'Console Wars'
Pearce addressed these concerns by flagging that the 'console wars', a rivalry that many game enthusiasts partake in, does not exist in the realm of game development. As per her explanation, developers often work for different companies and share a common appreciation for each other's games. Consequently, diehard fans have expressed opposition to her coverage of Starfield on her personal online platforms.
Pearce's Response To Accusations
Pearce retorted the allegations by stating that the 'console war' was non-existent amongst game developers who frequently shuffle between firms and enjoy each other's creations. She emphasized the closeness of the game industry, noting that profound strides in game development are met with shared enthusiasm. She added,
'If there’s a consistency amongst the people I know who are employed at Playstation, Nintendo, or Xbox, it's that they don’t care. Everyone in the games industry likes and supports video games as a whole. I am not concerned about sales or hardware. I am focused on doing my job well, making a good video game, and enjoying what everyone else creates.'
Sony's Stance On Pearce's Public Discussions
Pearce underscored that Sony places no restrictions on her discussion about Xbox or Nintendo games. Due to her employment with Sony, she is privy to less exclusive information from them and is hindered from reviewing or offering feedback on anything emanating from Sony-owned studios. In summary, Pearce expressed that the 'console war' sentiment seemingly paramount to many is inconsequential to insiders like herself. Her end goal remains to continue discussing and covering games she likes, undeterred by any disapproval.