Former BioWare Producer Allegedly Rejected Job Applicants Over Political Views
Former BioWare employees are facing additional scrutiny following the studio’s closure, as veteran RPG writer Chris Avellone has alleged that a producer at the company would examine job applicants’ LinkedIn activity and oppose hiring those whose political or social views he disagreed with.
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