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Embark studios parts ways with co-founder amid sexual misconduct allegations

Embark Studios, the developer behind Arc Raiders and The Finals, has severed ties with its co-founder and Chief Creative Officer Rob Runesson following public claims of sexual misconduct with a popular The Finals streamer.

Allegations of inappropriate behavior emerged during a recent stream by the finals player balise.

Allegations of inappropriate behavior emerged during a recent stream by the finals player balise.

According to an anonymous source, the streamer in question had reported becoming increasingly uncomfortable with Runesson's requests for sexual conversations and favors, citing concerns about potential conflicts of interest.

Embark initially hired an external law firm to investigate the allegations, but ultimately decided to part ways with Runesson due to the situation being