There are no race-swaps, gender-swaps, LGBTQ+ representation, pronoun options, or critiques of traditional norms; the game's humor revolves around blue-collar dwarf culture, camaraderie, and endless action without any ideological intrusions. Developers Ghost Ship Games and publisher Coffee Stain Publishing show no evidence of DEI consultancy (e.g., no Sweet Baby Inc. involvement), activist statements, or mandates pushing diversity agendas.

Reception is overwhelmingly positive across Steam (97%+), Metacritic (high critic and user scores with no gaps), and community discussions, with complaints limited to gameplay mechanics like lighting or terrain, not politics. Minor cosmetic options like varied dwarf skin tones exist but feel organic to character customization in a fantasy setting and do not drive the premise or appeal. The game embodies unapologetic, apolitical fun that prioritizes entertainment and player agency, earning praise for its wholesome community and dev support while explicitly rejecting modern industry trends toward ideological messaging.