Topic: game controversy
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Horses Review: A Great Game That Overstayed Its Welcome
The horror game *Horses* sparked major controversy after being banned from PC storefronts for alleged sexual content, a claim that feels disconnected from its actual grotesque but not explicitly pornographic imagery. The game uses a disturbing premise—humans forced to act as livestock—to explore ...
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"Horses" Is a Hit, But Its Studio Faces Trouble
The horror game *Horses* became a surprise bestseller on GOG.com after being banned from Steam, highlighting the financial vulnerability of indie developers reliant on a single dominant marketplace. Its removal from major platforms paradoxically fueled its success by generating intense public cur...
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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Director Defends Yellow Paint Design
The use of yellow paint to mark interactive elements in *Final Fantasy VII Rebirth* has sparked debate, with some players finding it immersion-breaking while developers defend it as essential for smooth gameplay. Director Naoki Hamaguchi emphasized that clear guidance is necessary to prevent play...
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GOG Defends Player Choice Amid Gaming Controversy
GOG is distributing the controversial game *Horses* after its rejection by Steam, positioning itself as a supporter of player choice and artistic freedom. *Horses* is a horror game exploring themes like familial trauma and ethics, set on a farm where humans are kept as livestock, and was banned b...
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