The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) is raising serious concerns over the recent crackdown on adult-content video games, specifically the delisting and censorship of NSFW titles from major platforms such as Steam and Itch.io. In a bold statement released on Tuesday, the IGDA emphasized the need for 'greater transparency and fairness' in how adult games are moderated.

Expressing alarm at the 'vague enforcement' of policies that lead to the removal of legally and ethically created games, especially those from LGBTQ+ and marginalized creators, the IGDA is calling out the unfair consequences of such censorship. The heightened scrutiny, which arose from complaints by Itch.io's payment processors, has prompted significant policy changes across these platforms.

The organization insists that game developers deserve 'clear rules, fair warnings, and the right to appeal' when their content is flagged or removed. The IGDA clarifies that their mission is not to protect harmful material but to advocate for fair treatment and transparency for all creators.

To understand the real impact of this wave of censorship, the IGDA is now collecting anonymized data to support their advocacy for affected developers.

Just last week, Itch.io followed in Steam's footsteps by removing NSFW games from its browsing and search functionalities, creating a stir in the gaming community. In a blog post, Itch.io creator leafo expressed regret for the abruptness of this decision, which has left many developers frustrated. He cited the brink of a campaign led by Collective Shout against platforms like Steam and Itch.io, triggered by a controversial game titled 'No Mercy' that had raised a firestorm of complaints.

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