SAG-AFTRA to reportedly issue second writer’s strike against video game companies

In July of this year, the American actors’ union SAG-AFTRA went on strike, demanding fairer wages and working conditions. This came after the Writers Guild of America went on strike in May for the same reasons. Now, it seems the wave of protest has landed on gaming’s shores, with a repeat of 2016’s industrial action in sight. 

SAG-AFTRA announced Friday that their national board unanimously supported sending a strike authorization vote to its members preceding new negotiations with major video game companies. Gaming conglomerates such as Activision, EA, Epic Games, and Insomniac are among those listed.