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9 months, 1 week ago • Chris Kerr
Horses banned from Epic Games Store just 24 hours before launch
Briefing
The indie horror game, which was set to launch on the Epic Games Store, has been abruptly banned just a day before its release. This follows a similar ban from Steam, leaving developer Santa Ragione in a precarious position regarding the game's future.
This situation highlights the unpredictable nature of platform policies and their potential to disrupt indie developers. With the gaming landscape continually evolving, developers must consider the implications of platform restrictions and the viability of their projects in such an environment.
“This ban raises serious questions about platform fairness.”
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At a glance
- what
- Indie horror game featuring horses banned from Epic Games Store
- who
- Developer Santa Ragione
- when
- Banned 24 hours before launch
- impact
- Raises concerns about indie game viability on major platforms
Signal
Concerning
The ban jeopardizes the developer's project and future.
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