Games Done Quick Drops SNK Sponsorship Over Saudi Arabia Ownership Disclosure

Games Done Quick canceled a Metal Slug speedrunning showcase during its summer charity marathon on July 13 after community flagged SNK's majority ownership by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. The mid-broadcast cancellation prompted the charity event to overhaul sponsor vetting to examine ownership structures, not just brand reputation. The event raised $2.4 million for Doctors Without Borders.