The Stop Killing Games movement is currently facing scrutiny following an anonymous complaint submitted to the European Commission. This complaint alleges that the campaign has breached EU transparency regulations.
At the center of the allegations is Ross Scott, the founder of the wider Stop Killing Games initiative. The complaint claims that Scott has provided unreported professional services to the official Stop Destroying Video Games Initiative. However, Scott staunchly defends his position, arguing that the claims are unfounded. He notes his role as a prominent supporter of the campaign but clarifies that he is not a member and is legally barred from joining. His contributions, he asserts, have been entirely voluntary and unpaid, which aligns with EU rules that exempt such activities from disclosure.
According to the complaint, Scott’s contributions are estimated to be valued between €63, 000 and €147, 000, citing inflated hourly rates and questionable time logs. Scott refutes these figures and emphasizes EU documentation that classifies individual volunteers as non-sponsors, thus not requiring financial reporting obligations.
Allegations in Contrast with EU Regulations
Scott has also confirmed that he proactively communicated his involvement to EU officials in early 2024, and no concerns were raised at that time. He suspects that the complaint may be part of a strategic effort to undermine the Stop Killing Games movement, potentially linked to recent critical remarks from industry lobbyists such as Video Games Europe.
Despite the recent controversy, support for the Stop Killing Games initiative appears to be on the rise. Several Members of the European Parliament, including Vice President Nicolae Ștefănuță, have expressed their backing for the cause. Scott has called on supporters to maintain the momentum by reaching out to their respective MEPs.
“When you purchase a game, that product should remain with you, ” Scott articulated.“Publishers should not have the authority to erase what you have already paid for.”
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