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Russia Labels Ukrainian Game Studio 'Undesirable' Over Allegations

11/19/2025

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On November 19, 2025, Russian state prosecutors labeled GSC Game World, a Ukrainian video game studio, as an 'undesirable' organization.
Allegations say GSC transferred $17 million to a Ukrainian aid fund in 2022 for purchasing equipment.
The Russian Prosecutor General’s Office accused GSC of promoting anti-Russian narratives through S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
Russian law penalizes individuals tied to 'undesirable' organizations with penalties, including prison.

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On November 19, 2025, Russian state prosecutors labeled GSC Game World, a Ukrainian video game studio, as an 'undesirable' organization.
Allegations say GSC transferred $17 million to a Ukrainian aid fund in 2022 for purchasing equipment.
The Russian Prosecutor General’s Office accused GSC of promoting anti-Russian narratives through S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
Russian law penalizes individuals tied to 'undesirable' organizations with penalties, including prison.