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Valve Removes Controversial Mod Amid Censorship Debate

7/7/2025

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In a historic move, Valve has pulled the contentious "Gwangju Running Man" mod from Steam, responding to a request from the South Korean government. This unprecedented action highlights the sensitive nature of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising, a tragic event marked by loss and resistance against tyranny, and raises questions about censorship in gaming.

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In a historic move, Valve has pulled the contentious "Gwangju Running Man" mod from Steam, responding to a request from the South Korean government. This unprecedented action highlights the sensitive nature of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising, a tragic event marked by loss and resistance against tyranny, and raises questions about censorship in gaming.