Steam censors LGBTQ+ content on behalf of the Russian Government
14 days ago
- #Censorship
- #LGBTQ+
- #Gaming Industry
- Steam censors LGBTQ+ content in Russia following orders from Roskomnadzor, Russia's censorship agency.
- Flick Solitaire, a game with LGBTQ+ themed decks, was removed from Steam in Russia for promoting 'non-traditional' relationships.
- Unlike Google and Apple, Steam complied with Roskomnadzor's demands without offering the developer a chance to appeal.
- Valve's content moderation policies are criticized for enabling autocratic censorship and undermining free speech.
- The incident raises concerns about Steam's role in promoting censorship and the need for regulatory oversight in the gaming industry.
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