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  • Horror Game 'Horses' Pulled from Stores Amid Censorship Fears
    December 6, 2025

    Horror Game 'Horses' Pulled from Stores Amid Censorship Fears

    The horror game 'Horses' was abruptly banned from major storefronts like Steam and Epic Games, with each platform citing different and often vague policy violations, creating confusion for its developers. This incident highlights a trend where platforms, influenced by external pressure from advoc...

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  • Itch.io Removes NSFW Content Due to Payment Partner Pressure
    July 25, 2025

    Itch.io Removes NSFW Content Due to Payment Partner Pressure

    Itch.io removed thousands of adult games from public view due to pressure from payment providers, citing the need to maintain payment processing capabilities, which sparked criticism from creators and users. Payment processors like PayPal, Visa, and Mastercard raised concerns over explicit conten...

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