Funky Kong Cancelled Over Misogynistic MiiVerse Post
Written by Disgruntled Plumber - Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:23am
Breaking news with an unfortunate event: The once-beloved Funky Kong from the Donkey Kong series has found himself at the center of a massive controversy. The source of this uproar? A now-deleted MiiVerse post that some are deeming misogynistic. It appears that not even the world of video games is safe from cancel culture's grasp.
The MiiVerse Meltdown
It all began when a user stumbled upon an archived MiiVerse post, allegedly made by Funky Kong himself. The post, which has since been taken down, featured a crude depiction of a female Kong character and a comment that left many speechless. While we won't go into the explicit details of the post, it was clear that it crossed the line of acceptable conduct.
Once the screenshot of the controversial post went viral on social media platforms like MiiVerse and Splatoon Town Hall, the internet erupted in outrage. Gamers and non-gamers alike were quick to condemn Funky Kong's behavior, labeling him as a misogynist who needed to be held accountable for his actions.
Cancel culture moves quickly, and it didn't take long for the hashtag #CancelFunkyKong to start trending worldwide. Calls for Funky Kong to be removed from future Donkey Kong games, merchandise, and even retro titles gained momentum. The online petition to strip him of his "Funky" title and rebrand him as "Toxic Masculinity Kong" received thousands of signatures within hours.
In an attempt to salvage his reputation, Funky Kong issued a public apology on MiiVerse, claiming that the post was made years ago and didn't reflect his current values. He wrote, "I'm sorry if my past actions offended anyone. I've learned and grown since then. Let's keep the good vibes rollin'." However, many critics dismissed his apology as insincere and too little, too late.
The question now looms over Funky Kong's future in the gaming world. Will fans decide to cancel Funky Kong for good, or will they give him a chance to prove that he's truly changed? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: the world of video games has been forever changed by the cancellation of a funky, surfing gorilla.
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