【For All Time】Official Weibo Giveaway Selects Non-Player, Sparks Controversy After Forced Re-draw

Recently, the official Weibo account for 'For All Time' held a high-value giveaway with simple participation requirements: follow the account and share with the specified hashtag. However, the result sparked a massive controversy when fans discovered the winner was a 'non-player' (someone outside the game's community).

The issue escalated when the winner posted an 'essay'—a long-form social media post expressing excitement—but eagle-eyed fans noticed a factual error regarding the game's White Day event cards. This discrepancy led to outrage, with players accusing the officials of failing to properly manage the giveaway or specifically reward their active user base.

In response to the backlash, the officials opted for a re-draw. This triggered polarized debates: some supporters felt it was necessary to exclude non-players to protect rewards meant for the community. Critics, however, argued that Weibo giveaways are essentially paid marketing campaigns designed for brand exposure. By caving to player demands and revoking the prize, the developer was criticized for being 'sore losers' and potentially violating platform rules regarding the integrity of official giveaways.