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Ahead of the November 19 release of Grand Theft Auto VI, Rockstar Games has launched a massive international marketing campaign. However, fans have noted that promotional posters displayed in major cities, including a prominent installation in Bagnolet, France, have been digitally altered to remove firearms.
The modifications involve specific edits to the game's key art. On the promotional imagery, the protagonist Lucia no longer holds a pistol, and the character Raul Batista is depicted without his assault rifle. These changes have been observed across various platforms, including digital displays in Times Square and YouTube banners.
These adjustments appear to be a response to local regulatory constraints. In France, the Autorité de Régulation Professionnelle de la Publicité (ARPP) maintains ethical guidelines that prohibit the public display of firearms or violent acts to protect public order and sensitive audiences. Rockstar Games has not issued an official statement regarding these edits.
The decision has sparked backlash within the gaming community. Critics argue that removing these elements creates a double standard and threatens the satirical identity of a franchise known for critiquing American society. Some fans view the move as an act of corporate censorship driven by a desire to appeal to a broader audience.
