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BetaBeacon
August 9, 2025
Itch.io has re-indexed some adult content that was delisted last month due to pressure from conservative groups and payment processors. The move only impacts free content, with paid content being reintroduced slowly. Valve also delisted games with adult content in response to pressure from payment processors. The removals have affected thousands of creators, including marginalized developers. Itch is seeking alternative payment processors to continue supporting a wide range of creators.
AppWizard
August 3, 2025
Today is the last day for gamers to claim 13 free titles from GOG as part of the FreedomToBuy.games initiative, which opposes censorship in the gaming industry. The games are categorized as NSFW, which have faced scrutiny from payment processors on platforms like Steam and Itch.io. GOG reported that within 24 hours of the initiative's launch, one million individuals claimed the games, indicating strong support. The bundle is available until midnight EST tonight, and GOG may offer more bundles in the future. Developers can contribute by donating their games to the initiative. The FreedomToBuy initiative highlights concerns about gaming censorship, particularly regarding adult-only games, and warns that if the trend continues, other games could also be delisted.
AppWizard
August 2, 2025
GOG has launched FreedomToBuy.games, a platform offering free access to select adult-themed games for 48 hours, including titles like HuniePop and House Party, to promote creative expression in gaming. The initiative is supported by various publishers and aims to preserve adult-oriented games amidst pressures from moralistic lobbyists and credit card companies. GOG emphasizes its role as an archival platform, stating that legal and responsibly made games should be accessible now and in the future. Mastercard clarified that it has not imposed restrictions on game creators or platforms, and GOG noted that delisting games makes it harder to revive them later. Renowned game creator Yoko Taro commented on the potential infringement of free speech due to such censorship.
AppWizard
July 29, 2025
Itch.io confirmed that the game Mouthwashing has been de-indexed since October 2024, a decision not related to payment processor crackdowns. The game is currently not indexed due to not meeting specific criteria for discoverability on the platform, as it directs users to its Steam page instead of offering purchasable content directly on Itch.io. Despite this, Mouthwashing remains accessible on Itch.io via a direct link and is available for purchase on Steam.
Tech Optimizer
July 29, 2025
Kapitano, a user-friendly ship-themed virus scanner, has been officially shelved by its developer, zynequ, who cited negative experiences and personal attacks as reasons for discontinuation. The application, which served as a graphical user interface for the ClamAV scanning engine, received positive feedback but faced skepticism regarding the need for virus detection on Linux systems. The developer has released the source code into the public domain under The Unlicense, allowing others to continue its development. The app will be delisted from Flathub and marked as end-of-life, meaning it will no longer receive updates but will still function for existing users.
AppWizard
July 18, 2025
Valve has confirmed the removal of several adult-themed games from its Steam storefront due to concerns from payment processors about potential violations of their rules and standards. This decision aligns with new regulations in Steam's documentation that prohibit content likely to upset payment processors. While some adult-themed games remain available, recent removals indicate Valve's cautious approach. The game Trials of Innocence was also delisted but its developers clarified that this was due to a DMCA claim, not the new regulations. Payment processors have historically been cautious about adult content due to associations with scams and chargebacks, influenced by past controversies. This situation highlights the ongoing tension between content creators, platforms, and payment processors in digital commerce.
AppWizard
July 16, 2025
Steam has recently updated its content guidelines, leading to the delisting of hundreds of extreme adult games, particularly those involving sensitive themes like incest and sexual violence. The updated guidelines specify 15 unacceptable characteristics for published content, including "sexually explicit images of real people" and certain adult-only content that may violate payment processor rules. Notable titles removed include "Incest Tales: Webcam Daughter" and "Reincarnation in another world going to rape All NPCs VR." The developer of "Daddy Daughter Incest," EroticGamesClub, still has other adult games available, raising questions about the criteria for delisting. The majority of these adult games are simplistic visual novels, often criticized for low quality. Valve states it is open to hosting adult content if appropriately labeled and age-gated, but the ambiguity in the new rules has left developers uncertain about compliance.
AppWizard
July 15, 2025
Big Fan Games announced that John Wick Hex will be delisted from all platforms on July 17th. Existing owners will retain access to the game, but new purchases will not be available after the delisting date. John Wick Hex was released on the Epic Games Store in October 2019, initially published by Good Shepherd Entertainment and later transitioned to Big Fan Games in 2024.
AppWizard
July 15, 2025
Limbo and Inside will be delisted from CD Projekt's GOG storefront on July 17th, 2025, at 3:00 PM CEST / 9:00 a.m. ET. Both games were developed by Playdead, with Limbo released in 2010 and Inside in 2016. The delisting is linked to ongoing legal disputes involving Playdead's co-founders. Limbo and Inside will remain available on other platforms such as Nintendo Switch and Steam. Both titles are currently included in Xbox Game Pass for Xbox Series X|S consoles.
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