Things got particularly bad when it was revealed that some unscrupulous “fans” were sending pictures of penises to employees in “exchange” for the release date. Ultimately, it all led to a powerful statement from creator Sony Santa Monica that demands respect. pic.twitter.com/fd5ZYp6lxm — Santa Monica Studio – God of War Ragnarök (@SonySantaMonica) July 1, 2022 “Every single person at Santa Monica Studio is working to create a game we’re proud of, a game we hope you’ll enjoy playing once it’s released,” he says. “Our fans inspire us and we understand the passion and desire for more information. But this passion must not be toxic or come at the expense of any human being’s dignity. Let’s celebrate our community by treating each other with respect for every player and developer.” It shouldn’t be too hard, should it?