Mythic Quest

Major parts of the story focus on identity. The ongoing romance and engagement between Rachel and Dana is a main plot point. The show also focuses on female empowerment, showing how a female programmer succeeds despite her self-centered male coworker. It also explores themes of sexism and inclusivity in the gaming world.

The show critiques modern office culture and traditional male behavior. It portrays the male creator as extremely self-absorbed and entitled. It shows the corporate power structures in the tech world as silly and dysfunctional. The series also makes fun of corporate virtue signaling, showing how big companies try to profit from progressive causes.

Some viewers complained that the show became too preachy in its later seasons. On social media and review sites, many complaints focus on the heavy presence of DEI themes, especially in Season 3 and Season 4. Some viewers also criticize Rachel as an annoying activist character whose stories get in the way of the comedy.

The creators have a mixed track record with progressive themes. Rob McElhenney has a history of adding queer stories to his shows, and Megan Ganz often writes about feminist workplace topics. Ashly Burch is openly queer and supports representation. These progressive writers are balanced by apolitical creators like Charlie Day.