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Controversy Surrounds Indie Game Tamashika Due to Political Connections
ALBAWABA – Tamashika, an upcoming indie title from developer quicktequila and published by Harmony Korine’s EDGLRD, has become embroiled in controversy as social media users allege ties to Israel, Zionism, and the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). Initially, the game garnered positive attention for its unique visual style; however, interest waned after discussions about the developer’s and publisher’s political affiliations regarding the recent conflict in Gaza.
A report from the pro-Palestine organization Reverse Canary Mission claims that Harmony Korine and his wife, Rachel Korine, may have raised upwards of $10 million for the IDF.
Tamashika: A New Indie Game Faces Backlash Over Alleged Links to Israel
Debate erupted on social media, particularly on Elon Musk’s platform, with pro-Palestinian advocates urging gamers to reconsider supporting Tamashika and remove it from their wishlists. One user remarked, “It’s interesting how people’s opinions shifted the instant they learned about the game’s connection to the IDF.”
Although there’s no evidence that quicktequila financially supports Israel, the developer stirred further controversy when they expressed support for Zionism in a now-deleted post on their official X account, saying, “Plot twist: I was always a Zionist!”
This revelation intensified discussions online, prompting many to call for a boycott of the game.
EDGLRD describes Tamashika as a spiritual offshoot of Doom, offering a whimsical interpretation of the indie favorite Post Void, featuring meditative first-person shooter gameplay designed to "cleanse your brain."
Set for release in 2025, the game currently offers a demo for interested players, which can be found on its official Steam store page.
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