Video games are great entertainment, but sometimes they are overshadowed by the toxicity of certain communities. Proof of this is what has just happened to David "Phreak" Turley, developer of League of Legends and former caster of the popular competitive title.
Through a recent video, the creative denounced a series of attacks against him. He also explained that he has received multiple death threats on social networks, so he decided to take action and move away from the community.
LoL dev to step away from community due to toxicity
Phreak is a well-known member of the League of Legends community. His relationship with the popular title began in 2009, when he debuted as a caster in several international competitions and events. Later, in 2022, he joined Riot Games to work on the development of the title.
Since then, he has made an effort to keep in touch with the community; however, now he will leave due to the constant attacks and death threats he receives on social networks. The creative reported that he will leave social networks and cut off communication with players for this reason.
"I am more or less going to quit social media for the immediate future. The amount of toxicity has risen so sharply that it’s not worth me seeing the occasionally useful comment amidst all the death threats. So it is what it is," Phreak stated.
A good part of the community lamented the news and lashed out against toxic players. Also, some fans took the opportunity to highlight Phreak's work in development and esports. Despite this, the creative has already made a decision and will soon leave social networks.
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