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Ubisoft reportedly canceled an Assassin's Creed game set in 1860s America about fighting the Klan, citing concerns over political tensions and the current American climate, reflecting the company's hesitation to tackle sensitive historical topics in the US.
Hong Kong authorities have effectively banned the Taiwanese war strategy game 'Reversed Front: Bonfire' for promoting 'armed revolution' and 'secessionist agendas,' warning that downloading or supporting it could lead to serious legal charges under the national security law, reflecting ongoing political censorship and tightening control over online content in the city.
Turkey's Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival, the country's top international film event, has been canceled due to political pressure after controversy arose over the inclusion of a documentary titled "Decree." The film, which focuses on the aftermath of a failed coup attempt in Turkey, led to the withdrawal of financial support from the Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry. The festival's artistic director and president were fired, and many local directors pulled their films from the lineup in protest. This is the first time the festival has been canceled due to political censorship.