
Medieval themed action role playing game Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, came to the fore with new allegations. Warhorse Studios The eagerly awaited game, developed by , has become a subject of controversy with reports that it has been banned in Saudi Arabia.
VGA4A Claims
A Saudi Arabia-based news organization VGA4A, claimed that the game contained “unskippable homosexual scenes”. It is alleged that the country’s authorities decided to ban the game for this reason. Saudi Arabia has previously banned many games and media content that were deemed to be against its cultural values. Now, Kingdom Come Deliverance 2It is stated that is affected by these bans.
Insider Gaming Report
Preliminary reviews of the game Insiders Gamingconfirmed that the game contains sexual scenes and nudity, but said they did not see any explicit LGBTQ-themed content. According to the report:
- The game features romantic dialogue options with a character of the same gender.
- However, it is stated that apart from these dialogues, there are no LGBTQ-themed cutscenes or animations.
- However, the possibility that such content could be included in later parts of the game cannot be completely ruled out.
Warhorse Studios' Approach
Developer studio Warhorse Studios has not yet made an official statement regarding these claims. However, Kingdom Come Deliverance The series is known for its realistic narrative and player choice-based story, so there's a chance for developers to incorporate variety and player preferences into the game.
These claims are indicative of the challenges the game faces in culturally conservative countries like Saudi Arabia. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2As the game prepares to impress players with its variety of content, it is a matter of curiosity how such discussions will affect the game's global launch.
It is expected that the discussions will become clear when the game's official release date and content details are announced. Media outlets are currently continuing their previews, and new statements may be made as details emerge.
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