Banned from Godot Engine?
First of all, you’re not alone.
If you’re a Godot user, there’s a high chance that you’ve been banned from Godot’s Discord server or blocked from similar Godot spaces. They ban people left and right, bedevil you for criticizing Godot, making comparisons, analogies, jokes etc.
If you’re a Godot contributor, there’s a chance that you’ve been “warned” in private. Quoting stuff is treated like a taboo in Godot. Maybe you got intimidated, harassed, bullied, and eventually banned for attempting to address the inconsistencies and contradictions in Godot’s decision-making game, perpetuated by its toxic leadership. It’s totally okay to attempt to resolve these inconsistencies in public, but keep in mind, these mixed signals aren’t just a product of Godot’s ignorance. There’s also a sneaky hidden agenda lurking behind Godot.
They can also shut you down for your legitimate concerns over Godot’s identity politics. In Godot, these politics are promoted on the level of Godot’s toxic leadership, to the point of violating their own Code of Conduct.
Just got banned from #GodotEngine server, because of a phrase in my discord account!
— 🇧🇷 nonunknown (@nonunknown3) November 28, 2023
"The Godot engine is neutral and does not adhere to any specific flag, religion, race, or creed."
but someone is making it not! pic.twitter.com/aUbf1LmgRg
If you wish to maintain your sanity and critical thinking abilities, there’s little you can do to get unbanned. Hoping to be heard and understood by Godot’s toxic leadership or those wielding the notorious ban hammer in the Godot community is pointless and counterproductive, as they lack self-awareness. Their purpose is to establish dominance and exert control, making you comply rather than fostering real collaboration. They are extremely good at guilt-tripping. Their gaslighting can mess up your head if you continue convincing them of anything, and they will eventually “win” the more you interact with them, due to their narcissistic nature.
Therefore, waiting for Godot is futile! In any case, asserting your right to an open discussion is crucial. Your best move? Share your testimony on social media or drop a line to the book’s author to get your testimony in the mix. If you’re itching to restore justice, simply sharing this book is a solid step in the right direction. Cheers!
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— Andrii Doroshenko 🇺🇦 (@Xrayez) October 16, 2022
Another effective method to resist petty tyrants is through the use of humor! If you haven’t already, you can watch the hilarious satirical documentary about Godot and share it with your friends to enjoy some laughs!
Also, don’t feel discouraged. To be banned from Godot is the highest reward that you can dream of in the realm of the game development industry, and not only!