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A game claiming the backing of Russia's military just popped up on Steam: 'I understand Ukrainian players don't like us'
- Squad 22: ZOV, a new game on Steam, is backed by the Russian Military and portrays Russian troops fighting the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
- The game is based on events including the annexation of Crimea and the invasion of Ukraine, claiming to provide a perspective from Russian veterans and active soldiers.
- Critics denounce the game as Russian war propaganda, leading to a Mixed rating on Steam and calls for its removal from the platform.
- The game's lead developer mentioned a long moderation process by Valve and the inclusion of only 'legal' content in the game.
- The idea for Squad 22 reportedly came from Russia's Military-Political Directorate, but funding mainly came from private sources.
- Despite claims that proceeds do not return to the Russian military, controversy surrounds the game's portrayal of an ongoing conflict.
- The lead developer acknowledges the game's problematic nature and the negative sentiments from Ukrainian players.
- While the developer defends the game as a portrayal of their perspective on the conflict, doubts persist about its credibility and intentions.
- The game's depiction and endorsement by the Russian military raise concerns about its impact and reception among players and critics.
- Amidst the controversy, the game remains available on Steam, prompting discussions about the boundaries of storytelling in gaming and the ethical considerations involved.
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