Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2018
Cancellation of remaining Robotech RPG Tactics rewards
Palladium announced that it could not fulfill remaining wave-two rewards because the Robotech license was expiring, retail sales had slowed, and the company lacked the funds to complete production. Some backers were offered exchanges for available Palladium products.
2013
Robotech RPG Tactics Kickstarter fulfillment controversy
The Robotech RPG Tactics campaign drew criticism over missed delivery expectations, product defects, missing components, incomplete finishing, unclear instructions, and the prolonged failure to deliver many backer rewards.
2006
Alleged embezzlement and theft
Palladium reported losses estimated at approximately $850,000 to $1.3 million from alleged embezzlement and theft occurring between 2002 and 2004. The company said the problem was discovered during an inventory process. Former sales manager Steve Sheiring later received a misdemeanor conviction, probation, and an order to pay restitution.
Management centralization criticism
Some former Palladium contributors criticized the company’s highly centralized management under Siembieda and described limited delegation and internal communication as factors affecting working relationships. One writer later apologized for the manner of the remarks but did not withdraw the underlying claims.