Night In The Woods Publisher Confronts TikTok Over Racist AI Ads
Kotaku
by Kenneth ShepardFebruary 20, 2026
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Finji, the developer of the critically acclaimed indie game *Night in the Woods*, has taken to social media to voice their frustrations with TikTok’s customer service after encountering a troubling issue involving racist AI-generated ads. The company revealed that the short-form video platform failed to address concerns about an AI-powered ad system posting harmful content tied to their game, despite multiple attempts to resolve the issue. This has left Finji feeling frustrated and unsupported, as they continue to navigate what they describe as “the runaround” from TikTok’s customer service team.
The controversy began when users reported seeing ads on TikTok that promoted *Night in the Woods* alongside racist or offensive content. While TikTok eventually acknowledged the problem, their response to Finji has been described as lackluster. The company shared details of their experience on Twitter, highlighting how they were promised action but saw little progress. This left Finji questioning whether TikTok takes such issues seriously, especially when smaller developers are involved.
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Originally published on Kotaku on 2/20/2026