Big Walk Will Stay Off Xbox During BDS Boycott, Developers Confirm
The developers behind Big Walk have confirmed the game will not come to Xbox while the BDS boycott continues. The title, from Untitled Goose Game studio House House, launched in August 2026 and received strong critical praise, including a 91 Metacritic score.
House House, the studio behind Untitled Goose Game, shipped Big Walk in August 2026. It arrived on PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, drew a 91 Metacritic score, and became a possible Game of the Year candidate. Xbox was conspicuously absent.
Two months later, the team explained that Microsoft and Xbox are listed among the main targets of the Palestinian-led BDS campaign, which points to Microsoft’s cloud and AI services for Israel’s military. House House said it acted on the boycott’s call and recognized that some players may be disappointed.
The decision may affect Xbox players who cannot join friends in Big Walk, while House House could face both support and criticism. It may also add to broader consumer discussions about platform owners’ business ties, potentially influencing purchasing choices or public pressure. The impact likely remains limited to gaming audiences, though it could amplify debates about corporate accountability in entertainment.