A new development in the ongoingDoomcontroversy
Last week, video game composer Mick Gordon issued a lengthy statement detailing his side of the behind-the-scenes details ofDoom Eternal‘s soundtrack. Today, Bethesda issued its response.
InGordon’s post, the composer alleges that id Software failed to pay him for part of the game’s soundtrack. He also specifically cites executive producerMarty Stratton’s letter from 2020as a statement full of “lies, disinformation, and innuendo.” Issues arose after fans noted sound mixing discrepancies in theDoom Eternalsoundtrack.
Gordon’s statement is lengthy, going into detail about the harassment he received from fans following the statement. He also alleges crunch and being berated over a call during the development process. In his conclusion, Gordon says that he has afforded Stratton and the company “ample opportunity” to address the issue, and by publishing the blog, he’s exercising his right to defend himself.
“I never quitDoom,” wrote Gordon. “I quit a toxic client.”
Bethesda responds
Today, Bethesda issued an official statement on its social channels. In it, the company says Gordon “both mischaracrerized and misrepresented the team at id Software, the development ofDoom Eternal, Marty Stratton, and Chad Mossholder” with his account. The studio goes on to say the professional relationship is irreparable, and says statements online have incited harassment and threats of violence.
Gordondid post a follow-up, on November 10, saying that the team’s work deserves celebration, and “their efforts should not be the target of a protest.”
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Bethesda, in its statement, backs Stratton, Mossholder, and id Software. “We reject the distortion of the truth and selective presentation of incomplete ‘facts,'” said the company. “We stand ready with full and complete documented evidence to disclose in an appropriate venue as needed.”
