Why does japan censor games?

Japan. The Japanese versions are known for removing or heavily modifying anything and all related to sex and nudity in the game out of fear and concern for the "morality" of its citizens. In general, censorship in Japan aims to reduce gore and extreme violence in the localized versions of games.

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Does japan have gaming restrictions?
Most forms of gambling in Japan are generally banned by the Criminal Code chapter 23; however, there are several exceptions, including betting on horse racing and certain motor sports.
2024-03-20 22:56:15

Is japan a gaming country?
Did you know that Japan is the third-largest games market in the world? Since the beginning of the gaming industry of Japan in the '60s, it has boomed and evolved over time. From the famous arcade games like Mario and Pac-man to well-developed AAA games by big players such as Nintendo, Sony, Playstation, or SEGA.
2024-02-17 08:47:06

Is mobile gaming big in japan?
The sector is part of the larger video game industry, which is very stable in Japan, and generated $21B in revenue for 2021. Mobile gaming revenue in 2021 was $13B, more than half of the revenue for the entire Japanese video game industry.
2024-01-09 19:49:02

Which game was recently banned in japan?
As of November 2022, video game The Callisto Protocol has been banned in Japan.
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