Apple is removing games that feature images of the Confederate flag from the App Store, including several American Civil War strategy games.
Games affected by Apple's decision include Ultimate General: Gettysburg, Civil War: 1862, Civil War: 1863, and Civil War: 1864.
According to Andrew Mulholland of HexWar Games, Apple is telling developers the reason these games have been removed is "because it includes images of the Confederate flag used in offensive and mean-spirited ways."
We've reached out to Apple for a direct statement regarding the removed games.
The Confederate flag has become a recent (but not new) topic of debate in the United States. Many Americans view the flag as a symbol of racism, while others argue it represents Southern heritage.
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Games affected by Apple's decision include Ultimate General: Gettysburg, Civil War: 1862, Civil War: 1863, and Civil War: 1864.
According to Andrew Mulholland of HexWar Games, Apple is telling developers the reason these games have been removed is "because it includes images of the Confederate flag used in offensive and mean-spirited ways."
We've reached out to Apple for a direct statement regarding the removed games.
The Confederate flag has become a recent (but not new) topic of debate in the United States. Many Americans view the flag as a symbol of racism, while others argue it represents Southern heritage.
Continue reading…
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