It is with great sadness that we confirm the passing of our friend Mike “IdolNinja” Watson. Mike joined Volition as a Saints Row fan. He left us as a Community Manager and a Developer woven indelibly into the heart of our studio.

Aug 31, 2021 · 10:43 AM UTC

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He was a warm, thoughtful and genuine person that uplifted and guided his friends and colleagues.
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Writing to the Steam Community when announcing his illness, Mike said: “Anyone that knows me, understands that I have the deepest love for both the people at Volition and our community.
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I hope I was able to shine a light on how we make games and who we are as both developers and people, and maybe make everyone's day just a little bit brighter in some small way.” Mike, Volition loves you too, our hearts are broken and we will miss you every day.
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Our thoughts go out to his family and we ask everyone to respect their privacy at this difficult time.
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Rip 💜⚜️💜
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He will be greatly missed. He knew what it took to make the perfect Saints Row Game. And you guys are going to ruin it you disrespectful son of a bitches. Who never listens to the fans. Its what we want not what you want you money greedy fucks.
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RIP to him. I emailed him about mods a while back and he responded. He was so cool and just a chill person. Deeply loved in the community and clearly loved by volition. His work will live on and inspire others. Need a memorial in the SR2 patch or in the new Saints for him
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And the Reboot will kill his legacy a true spit in the face to him and the fans he supported fire those SJW college flunkies and get some real gamers in there half of the people your trying to please won't even buy the game and neither will the true fan base. R.I.P SR 2006-2022
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I'd only spoken to Mike a couple times, both times were stupid questions on my end. He was so patient and was happy to help. Rest In Paradise Mike.
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Mike was an amazing guy and an absolute legend to Saints Row and it's community, being someone who played saints row since the very first game this hits home pretty hard, i wish the best for his family and for him to rest in peace💜
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I'm sorry for your loss and his name will be carried on with your legacy
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