Itch.io Deindexes NSFW Games After Payment Processor Pressure | JQJO

Itch.io, an indie game marketplace, has deindexed adult and NSFW games following pressure from Collective Shout, an advocacy group. This action, mirroring a similar move by Steam, is a response to concerns about a game depicting rape and incest. Itch.io stated the decision was necessary to maintain relationships with payment processors. The platform is conducting an audit to ensure compliance, and NSFW creators will need payment processor confirmation for future content. This follows a pattern of payment companies influencing online platforms' policies on adult content, sparking criticism and a Change.org petition with over 137,000 signatures.