Ian Proulx, the chief of 1047 Games, has recently issued a public apology for the polarization created by his MAGA-style hat during the Summer Game Fest. Proulx stressed that there was no intended political meaning behind his headgear, which has drawn criticism since its debut on a major gaming stage.

Background
During his appearance, Proulx commented on his dissatisfaction with the current state of multiplayer FPS games, implying that many titles lacked creativity. However, his hat’s controversial slogan, echoing Donald Trump’s campaign slogan, led to widespread debate among fans.

In a heartfelt video shared on X, Proulx remarked, “I’m genuinely sorry for the division this hat has caused in the community. We never meant for this to create political discussions.” He acknowledged that such sensational choices are tricky and can have unforeseen repercussions. [Translation: “I’m genuinely sorry for the division this hat has caused in the community. We never meant for this to create political discussions.”]

Proulx’s response reflects a desire to bridge the gap created within the gaming community, as he reiterated, “Our intent was purely to call attention to the game’s potential improvements.” [Translation: “Our intent was purely to call attention to the game’s potential improvements.”]

He also noted that moving forward, he understands the importance of not just intentions, but the impact that actions can have in a public setting. As Splitgate 2 continues to develop, Proulx seems keen on enhancing the genre he feels is currently lacking.