Retronauts Episode 77: The History of Video Game Censorship
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Impacts of Terrible Crimes on Japanese Media Censorship and Content
Exploring the influence of heinous crimes like the child murder case on media portrayal of violence in Japan, impacting video game development with references to Resident Evil 4. The chapter delves into historical events such as the seren gas attacks and stabbings, discussing their impact on media creation like Battle Royale. They also address the challenges of localizing Japanese cultural references in video games, highlighting complications in adapting characters and plot points for Western audiences.
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