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EA does not like being called a pig, demands apology photo

Electronic Arts, despite weathering all sorts of criticism over the years, apparently has a sensitive side. German game hater Regina Pfeiffer described EA as "that pig of a company," and Electronic Arts has helpfully suggested that an apology might be in order.

Pfeiffer made the remark after expressing upset that she could not sue EA, since it wasn't German. She was speaking at the Computer Game and Violence conference in Munich. 

EA's response was pretty classy and rather clever, however: "Should Mrs Regina Pfeiffer have actually lost her composure to the point of describing Electronic Arts as being a 'pig of a company', then I can only recommend that she apologizes in full – at least, if she wishes to be taken seriously again in the future."

Beautiful response.

And really, why is it that these clean and moral anti-games people can't show even the slightest portion of respect? From Jack Thompson to Keith Vaz to Leland Yee, these people use lies and childish insults to get their point across. Not exactly a good example to be setting for one's kids, right?


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koehler83's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 08:50
koehler83
I agree. Anyone describing 'Electonic Arts' as a 'Pig of a company' is inaccurate and should apologize.

Criticisms of 'EA' however, stand.
Bennyishere's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 08:57
Bennyishere
I've always considered Electronic Arts as more of a rhinoceros.
Demtor's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 09:08
Demtor
Haha, thats pretty damn funny.

Not sure which is my favorite, this, or David Jaffe's latest spat at NeoGaf ass hats
Vitamin Awesome's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 09:11
Vitamin Awesome
I've always likened EA to more of a mythical creature, like a Wendigo, or maybe an Esquilax.
Timmeh's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 09:39
Timmeh
Jaffe wins by an internet mile. I have no idea what that is because I just made it up, but it's a very long distance.

Also, are you suggesting that they aren't in fact greedy and pig-headed? Because that's not my experience. You'd be applauding if this came from somebody 'in the nidustry'.
Sharpless's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 09:42
Sharpless
EA Porks: It's in the game.
Charles Sharam's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 09:47
Charles Sharam
@ Demtor

EA neglected to mention anything about cocks turning green in their response so Jaffe picks up a few points for detail. Besides, he was even nice enough to dish out a "10 spot" to some forum member's victimized mother. Regina Pfeiffer didn't get a dime.
Demtor's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 09:52
Demtor
Haha!! ^_^

Good stuff
wardrox's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 09:55
wardrox
but EA re a pig of a company? She's right?
scsitransfer's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 09:56
scsitransfer
Even if she apologizes, doesn't change the fact that it's completely true.
Rockvillian's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 10:21
Rockvillian
lol Sharpless...

also, EA wears lipstick?
Jim Sterling's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 10:25
Jim Sterling
"Also, are you suggesting that they aren't in fact greedy and pig-headed?"

This woman called EA a pig of a company because she couldn't sue them. I am all for giving EA the criticism it deserves, but not from a hypocrite.
Bizznet's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 10:31
Bizznet
EA shouldn't talk. I mean, they've released twelve downloadable skins for Isaac's suit, and the whole DRM shit with Spore...

Here's a message for EA: "You're a bunch of f*cking pigs."
Bizznet's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 10:33
Bizznet
Oh, and Regina Pfeiffer sounds like a f*cking c*nt too.
cartman08's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 10:52
cartman08
lolz she has it right though they are a 'pig of a company'

nice pic :) somebody should send it to EA as there new logo.
falinter's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 11:07
falinter
EA is a dick but that doesn't mean everyone who fights them needs to be dickier. On the contrary, ideally you would think the people trying to fight big greedy corporations would try to act and conduct them selves in an opposite manor.
Volomon's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 11:15
Volomon
Was the woman extraordinarily fat? Cause that would be truly funny.
exodus1925's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 12:09
exodus1925
Well she's a stupid poopy brain
Daxelman's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 12:14
Daxelman
EA: Taking your Money and Kicking your Ass since Ever.
Seta Soujiro's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 12:14
Seta Soujiro
[image] http://static.flickr.com/34/118398778_6f7e93bcea.jpg [/image]
EA is evil pig king!
TheStripe's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 12:38
TheStripe
EA > Activision. EA releases many new properties in addition to their standard stable of franchises. Activision right now is Much like EA was when they were really only cranking out sports titles. Hopefully the merger with Blizzard will bring activision into the same sort of era that EA is in; new IP's and expansions to new platforms like windows mobile and the iPhone.
Sup3rt3d's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 13:10
Sup3rt3d
@ TheStripe

Amen. Dead Space and Mirror's Edge just recently suggest EA have turned the corner, even if there is a long way to go. Bobby Kotick saying he wants to 'exploit' games and a new GH and COD every year suggest Activision are happy to take over as supervillain
Scary Womanizing Pig Mask's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 13:17
Scary Womanizing Pig Mask
I'm offended.
DV2FOX's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 14:25
DV2FOX
eat that!,for not letting ROCK BAND 2 come out to Spain soon!!..money for EBAY,NOT EA..
TheStripe's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 14:30
TheStripe
Really, I think this particular game-hater should point at activision. They're the ones boning up the industry. That or Take2, mad Jack's favority scratching post.
Edarios's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 14:39
Edarios
haha...regina
Woocifer's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 14:44
Woocifer
I agree, EA are pigs, but that's cool man...cuz I loves the bacon! mmmmm bacon.....

Seriously who cares? Call her a dumb kraut and get over it. Like EA doesn't have the money to a) turn a blind eye or b) pull it out in front of her and say "My slop is soooooooo delicious. Care for some? Sorry Pigs only, no bitch dogs allowed."

And then Activision can say oh snap son! and they can high five while more money comes flying out all over the place.
Wodkaredbubu's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 15:35
Wodkaredbubu
Regina Pfeiffer is one of Germanys version of Jack Thompson, so I`m totally with EA on this one. Besides, the amount of decent games from EA drastically improved.
parrothead's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 16:09
parrothead
Way to never be taken seriously
BS3 Owner's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 16:19
BS3 Owner
@ bizznet

Dead Space DLC is pure win.

@ stripe & sup3rt3d

100% Agreed...
Plus Madden 09 was a complete overhaul...
I actually own a "Madden" game now!

Here's to hoping that Activision doesn't go the lazy fat cat ways. Previously traveled by EA. (( Call of Duty )) Yeah, I went there...

@ Regina

You've won the fight in your own mind & country, So-Far... Even Jacko had a few good days. Not so much anymore.

I pray EA & it's stock holders sues you for deformation! Eventually.
John B's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 20:01
John B
So, when is EA going to apologize to PC gamers for shoving SecuRom down their throw when they know full well that it doesn't do jack shit to stop piracy?
Aziel13's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/27/2008 20:36
Aziel13
Neva
PIG!
TehBoognish's Avatar - Comment posted on 11/28/2008 14:31
TehBoognish
They are in no way pigs. They're greedy fucking assholes, but not pigs.

Think of the pigs guys.
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