The Santa Monica-based video game developer announced the settlement in a town hall meeting on Thursday.
Riot Games, the Santa Monica-based video game developer behind League of Legends, has settled a class action lawsuit filed against the company alleging discrimination and sexual harassment. The lawsuit was filed after alast year, in which employees alleged a "toxic culture" at Riot.
"Settling this class action is a victory for women in games," a spokesperson for the Riot Walkout Crew said in a statement obtained by. "While this settlement helps bring peace of mind to women at Riot, we want to acknowledge that issues of discrimination and harassment go beyond gender, and acknowledge the victims who aren’t covered in the suit."
The parties involved in the suit are now looking to get court approval of the proposed settlement, whose terms will be disclosed when the filing occurs. "We are grateful for every Rioter who has come forward with their concerns and believe this resolution is fair for everyone involved," Riot Games CEO Nicolo Laurent said in a statement. "With this agreement, we are honoring our commitment to find the best and most expedient way for all Rioters, and Riot, to move forward and heal.
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