Summary

  • Centre for Countering Disinformation in Ukraine claims new Steam game Squad 22: ZOV is propaganda for the Russian military.
  • Game is officially endorsed by the Russian Military and is reportedly being used as a training tool.
  • Developers SPN Studio have relished the controversy and seemingly support Russia’s war efforts.
  • Valve is yet to comment on the game that has reportedly passed its moderation processes.
  • Many other titles endorsed by military organisations are available on Steam including games backed by the US Army.
  • This news comes shortly after the game’s developers had to deny allegations that the game was using captured Ukrainian soldier footage.
  • On a related note, the developers of the game Ukraine Strike published a open letter denying Russian state-media claims that it was fake and abandoned.

By Edwin Evans-Thirlwell

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