Violent Video Games That Caused Controversy

Gruesome scenes of bloodshed alarmed critics.

MadWorld - The fact that the main character, Jack Cayman, has a chainsaw built onto one arm is a clue to the blood-soaked scenes present in 2009’s MadWorld. It was initially released for the family-friendly Wii platform, shocking many fans. The game would also be banned in Germany. (Photo: Sega)
Super Columbine Massacre - This role-playing computer game simulates the 1999 mass shooting at Columbine High School near Littleton, Colorado. Reaction to its release was extremely negative, as it appeared to exploit the tragedy where 12 students and one teacher were shot and killed by two teen gunmen. (Photo: Danny Ledonne/ Super Columbine Massacre RPG)

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Super Columbine Massacre - This role-playing computer game simulates the 1999 mass shooting at Columbine High School near Littleton, Colorado. Reaction to its release was extremely negative, as it appeared to exploit the tragedy where 12 students and one teacher were shot and killed by two teen gunmen. (Photo: Danny Ledonne/ Super Columbine Massacre RPG)

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