Saddam Hussein interfered with Activision's plans: Kuwaiti authorities have banned Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 in their country
Call of Duty series games are often caught in public scandals because of their connection to real events, and sometimes they are even banned in some countries. And, of course, the new shooter Black Ops 6 is no exception.
Here's What We Know
The events of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will unfold in the early 1990s and is largely devoted to the war in the Persian Gulf.
Recall, the real conflict began in 1990, when the Iraqi army under the command of Saddam Hussein occupied Kuwait.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will not be released in Kuwait.
- CharlieIntel (@charlieINTEL) October 16, 2024
Statement from Activision:
"Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has not been approved for release in Kuwait. At this time, the title will not be available for release in region. As a result, all pre-orders in Kuwait will be... pic.twitter.com/ZTxUyqD5vk
Apparently, the presentation of some of the events in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 didn't please the Kuwaiti authorities and they banned the game in their country. Activision's local branch hopes to reverse the decision, but it's already clear that Kuwaiti residents won't be able to play Black Ops 6 on 25 October, and those who have already pre-ordered the game will receive a refund.
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