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The Bergen Corporation are the main antagonist in the videogame Binary Domain.
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Bergen Corporation is a powerful American multinational company that controls a significant portion of the world's robotics industry. Founded during the early stages of the global crisis, it rose to prominence after the catastrophic effects of climate change, which resulted in worldwide flooding and rendered much of the planet uninhabitable. As governments scrambled to rebuild, Bergen capitalized on the need for labor in the new cities, using robots as the primary workforce. Over time, Bergen became the dominant force in robotics, controlling approximately 95% of the market, thanks to its advanced technology and influence.
The company’s rise to power was not without controversy. It gained much of its control through unethical business practices, including the theft of intellectual property from competitors. One of the most notable incidents was its legal victory over Amada Corporation, a Japanese robotics company that had created the first humanoid robot. Despite Amada’s original innovation, Bergen's legal and financial power ensured its monopoly on the robotics market, stifling competition and maintaining its dominance.
Bergen’s dominance also led to political tensions and the creation of international laws like the "New Geneva Convention," which included a ban on the development of humanoid robots, referred to as "Hollow Children." This clause was meant to prevent the creation of robots that could pass for humans, a concept that would later become central to the conflict in the game. Bergen’s influence, however, meant that it operated largely outside the bounds of these laws, contributing to a growing sense of mistrust and fear surrounding its operations.
Despite its success, Bergen’s actions would eventually draw the attention of global organizations, including the International Robotics Technology Association (IRTA), tasked with ensuring compliance with international regulations. The company's ongoing involvement in the creation and use of synthetic humanoid robots would lead to further tensions, especially as a mysterious android, unaware of its own robotic nature, attacks Bergen’s headquarters, revealing the deep, often morally ambiguous nature of its activities.