A new rumor is circulating in the gaming community suggesting that Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, the highly anticipated sequel to Warhorse Studios’ historical RPG, has reportedly been banned in Saudi Arabia. The alleged reason? The inclusion of LGBTQ-related content, which conflicts with the country’s strict censorship laws and cultural norms.
The Rumor’s Origins
The speculation began after several Saudi-based gamers reported that Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 was unavailable for pre-order or purchase on major platforms within the region. These reports quickly spread on social media, with some suggesting that the game’s alleged inclusion of LGBTQ themes or characters might have triggered the ban.
Neither Warhorse Studios nor Saudi regulatory authorities have officially confirmed the ban or the reasons behind it.
LGBTQ Representation in Gaming
If true, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 would join a growing list of games that have faced censorship or bans in countries with restrictive views on LGBTQ content. Other notable examples include:
- The Last of Us Part II: Restricted in some regions due to its openly LGBTQ protagonist.
- Life is Strange 2: Blocked in certain countries for similar reasons.
- The Sims 4: Banned in some markets for its LGBTQ-inclusive features.
Warhorse Studios has not previously been known for including LGBTQ themes in its games, which adds another layer of intrigue to the rumor. It remains unclear what specific content in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 might have drawn attention.
