The online creative community is increasingly split on the issue of NFTs, but independent game marketplace Itch.io has taken a firm and obvious stance on the matter. "A few have inquired about our view on NFTs," the business said in a tweet this week. "NFTs are a rip-off. If you believe they are really beneficial for anything other than exploitation of creators, financial frauds, and environmental harm, we suggest that you reconsider your life choices."
Itch.io's firm position stands out at a time when numerous organizations, from gaming businesses to digital stores like Itch.io, are at least considering incorporating NFTs. GameStop just revealed intentions to create its own NFT marketplace, while Ubisoft appears to be quietly carrying on with its own NFT ambitions. Public outrage, on the other hand, has put a halt to several such proposals. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. backtracked on its NFT goals amid fan backlash, and a recent study of game developers revealed that...