2064: Read Only Memories Integral developer MidBoss has found itself in some hot water after accusations of exploitative practices and sexual harassment, all stemming from a series of tweets from musician Liquidcrystal. The info that Liquidcrystal shared was second-hand, but other employees of the company soon stepped forward to corroborate the info and share their own stories.
Tyler Gausvik, the man behind social media and marketing for 2064: Read Only Memories, said, "Former MidBoss employee here. Everything in this thread is true and unfortunately my reality. A lot of sexual harassment/misbehavior, emotional manipulation, and other really toxic behavior. I was threatened with litigation when I spoke out.
My time at MidBoss was full of a lot of good things and I met a lot of wonderful people, but Matt's behavior was horrific and terrible on so many levels. I could go on for hours. I was paid less than minimum wage for full time work, berated and belittled for hours over minor mistakes, called an unprofessional slut, and was also subjected to inappropriate sexual workplace conduct/harassment, and grooming."
Freelance writer Ellen McGrody stepped in to say she made less than minimum wage during her time working for MidBoss.
Freelance photographer and Babycastles member Emi Spicer also shared some thoughts, saying, "I can verify that the accusations are true. I did not have the entire experience that was written about in the initial tweets, but I did experience a large amount of it. The behaviours discussed are not just limited to Matt. However, it is important to note that there are many vulnerable people who need help who are employed by that company. Please protect ex- and current MidBoss employees."
MidBoss CEO Matt Conn took to Twitter and shared the following. "I have a lot I need to say and 280 characters at a time won't cut it. I've made some major mistakes and I plan to own up to and fix them, however I can't give everyone answers immediately, but please know that I will not skirt from my responsibility to give you answers. Please grant me your patience a little longer to make sure I can collect my thoughts."
UPDATE - Matt Conn has announced that he's now leaving MidBoss following these allegations.
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