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The first half of Glass Heart's statement on facebook, the one that isn't translated to english, mentions that Neon Doctrine removed all info regarding Asomrof update from steam (announcement & patch notes, promotional videos and so on) - and i do actually remember that happening. The announcement was up for about a day, i think, and then it was gone with no explanation. Somebody asked about it on the forum and GH only replied that the update was still live. Back then i thought GH took the announcement down to rewrite it, or something :/

[Professor Q]

I don't have Twitter and my influence is pretty low... I'm not sure who is the best person to spread the news on this.

[Byu Wraind Mai Zwei]

Originally posted by Professor Q:

I don't have Twitter and my influence is pretty low... I'm not sure who is the best person to spread the news on this.

There are a few Japanese media following up, but we are still lack of English report.
Try to contact those game journalists and YouTuber.
Meanwhile, spread this on Discard channels or somewhere else.

[b425k1719]

Political Censorship by the China Government

[b425k1719]

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=716524663821383&set=a.468107405329778

[b425k1719]

Greetings,

We are Glass Heart Studio from Taiwan. Last month, our game "Vigil: The Longest Night" was unexpectedly removed from multiple platforms. We would like to provide an update on the situation:

1. This decision was not made on our part. The authority to publish on platforms is currently held by the former publisher, Neon Doctrine. As early as 2021, when we released an update for "ASOMROF," Neon Doctrine expressed concerns that the term "ASOMROF" was a reversal of "FORMOSA" and could potentially cross political red lines, particularly, China’s. They reported this to Steam, claiming that it contained elements of Taiwanese history which might violate China’s regulations, leading to the removal of the game from Steam's China region.

2. Vigil was a completely self-funded and original creation, with full control of the related content. During our crowdfunding campaign back in 2018, we unveiled our plan to create a "FORMOSA"-derived DLC named "ASOMROF, quite a while before reaching any contract or agreements with Neon Doctrine. This DLC was designed to encompass Taiwanese cultural elements, set against the backdrop of Fort Zeelandia, and offering a unique gaming experience. Our explanation of "ASOMROF" was shared multiple times in news articles and on social media, and Neon Doctrine acknowledged that their team member in Taiwan was aware of it.

3. Subsequently, Neon Doctrine escalated their actions without prior notice, withholding significant revenue, and removing our backend update access. These actions were even further elevated to unauthorized sales of game keys and merchandise on external platforms, including the China Phoenix platform, even when the game itself was removed from Steam China's region. When reported to the authorities and legal action was undertaken, Neon Doctrine’s response was to simply remove these products from the platforms without providing any reasonable explanations or compensations.

We initiated a lawsuit on October 14, 2021; legal victories on our part subsequently led to contract terminations and injunctions with Neon Doctrine, with separate courts overseeing the return of the game, yet ongoing appeals and investigations into unauthorized sales have further complicated the situation. We remain in the dark regarding the recent abrupt removal of the game from all platforms, and are yet to receive any explanation from Neon Doctrine.

Despite the uncertainty of the legal proceedings and their outcomes, we are resolute in exploring all avenues of recourse. Our struggle transcends borders, championing justice and creative freedom globally. While we acknowledge the potential legal ramifications of this statement, we stand by our convictions that gaming integrity and creativity must transcend political disparities and petty nationalism. We kindly request your assistance in spreading this message and would like to express our deepest gratitude for your support and understanding. We hope that one day we can bring "Vigil: The Longest Night" back to you.

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It seems like the game has been removed from multiple platforms, both western and eastern.
Sad to see the world bow down to the historical revisionism of communists, though I'm surprised with China even being on the UN's human rights council.

[wasabi™]

Originally posted by I like farmers since I like food:

It seems like the game has been removed from multiple platforms, both western and eastern.
Sad to see the world bow down to the historical revisionism of communists, though I'm surprised with China even being on the UN's human rights council.

Damn looks like you are right, just went to check the Nintendo Eshop and it's not there anymore. Had hoped things would improve and they would bring it back but doesn't look like it anymore.

Also I wanted to put out a PSA, AFAIK there are no Steam keys in the wild left for this game. I have seen a certain website selling steam keys for this game for hundreds of dollars (don't want to say who since I don't want to give them advertisement), whatever you do please refrain from purchasing it since you will most likely just get scammed from pretty much any site claiming to sell it.

Also it goes with anyone on the forums asking to friend you to talk about gifting you the game, don't fall for it. Have to say it because it has been more prevalent on Steam recently, especially when it comes to cult hit games like this one that are impossible to find once removed from sale on Steam.

[Byu Wraind Mai Zwei]

One week passed, there are some press coverage from Japanese media, but none of them are from English media.
https://www.facebook.com/automaton.jp/posts/pfbid036MgazYnfTVkhDSeSeaDRxwnMyAwtVYRjKmnbFAzm12TVdJcFphxtqaJNM9HprZkQl
https://twitter.com/AUTOMATONJapan/status/1689905126511886336
https://twitter.com/gamespark/status/1689962644839759873

It seems that those game journalists nowadays only care about ESG, but not the game itself anymore.
I guess this is what they call "social justice" LOL

[Professor Q]

It could be that the journalists want to stay friendly with the publisher for keys and whatnot.

[ΛᄂΣIЯIП]

Originally posted by Byu Wraind Mai Zwei:

The publisher is an Ireland company.
https://www.neondoctrine.com/contact

A company from a democratic state, setting its office in another democratic state (Taiwan), but helping a dictatorship state (China) to bully a developer in the democratic state (Taiwan).

Taiwan (aka Republic of China) is not a democratic state. It's not even a state (or country). It is and has always been a part of China. There aren't 2 Chinas and even Western countries recognize this, regardless of what the Western mainstream media propagandists may say (they lie all the time). Saying that Taiwan is not a part of China is like saying Hawaii is not a part of the US. And China doesn't meddle in other countries' internal affairs, staging coups and provoking conflicts like the US did in Ukraine. In fact, China is a freer country than any of the countries in the so-called "free world".

[Byu Wraind Mai Zwei]

Originally posted by ΛᄂΣIЯIП:

Originally posted by Byu Wraind Mai Zwei:

The publisher is an Ireland company.
https://www.neondoctrine.com/contact

A company from a democratic state, setting its office in another democratic state (Taiwan), but helping a dictatorship state (China) to bully a developer in the democratic state (Taiwan).

Taiwan (aka Republic of China) is not a democratic state. It's not even a state (or country). It is and has always been a part of China. There aren't 2 Chinas and even Western countries recognize this, regardless of what the Western mainstream media propagandists may say (they lie all the time). Saying that Taiwan is not a part of China is like saying Hawaii is not a part of the US. And China doesn't meddle in other countries' internal affairs, staging coups and provoking conflicts like the US did in Ukraine. In fact, China is a freer country than any of the countries in the so-called "free world".

A native Traditional Chinese user here.

Taiwan (ROC) has a longer history than CCP, and has its own government, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, army, and everything that a modern country should have.
Taiwan citizen can select their president and councillors, unlike those living in CCP.

And you know what?
You make me feel like I am listening the speech of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the CCP.
These kind of speeches are too familiar for us, which is using Traditional Chinese language everyday.
Please don't talk about something that you are never familiar with, and don't just believe every word from CCP.

[ΛᄂΣIЯIП]

Originally posted by Byu Wraind Mai Zwei:

...

I've already replied to you on that other thread, but since you replied to me here as well, here's my response again:

Originally posted by Byu Wraind Mai Zwei:

Taiwan (ROC) has a longer history than CCP

The Republic of China does, but what Chiang Kai-shek established in the island of Taiwan doesn't. Isn't it ironic that the KMT became a pro-PRC party after ruling Taiwan for so long? It seems they realized that, without China, Taiwan is in a bad spot.

Originally posted by Byu Wraind Mai Zwei:

and has its own government, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, army, and everything that a modern country should have.

And yet is not considered a country by the vast majority of the world, that prefers the one-China policy and recognize the People's Republic of China as the only China for obvious reasons.

Originally posted by Byu Wraind Mai Zwei:

Taiwan citizen can select their president and councillors, unlike those living in CCP.

Yeah, I know, although elections can always be rigged. I hope the people of Taiwan make the right decision and remove the current party from power. The polls point in that direction. The world doesn't need a new Ukraine.

Originally posted by Byu Wraind Mai Zwei:

and don't just believe every word from CCP.

I'm more concerned about the words of the Western mainstream media propagandists. Every single word they say is a lie.

[Professor Q]

I'm not sure steam is the best place to debate this if accuracy is a goal at all.

[ΛᄂΣIЯIП]

Originally posted by Professor Q:

I'm not sure steam is the best place to debate this if accuracy is a goal at all.

The focus of Steam is gaming of course but it has some social media-like features that make it more than just a gaming platform. Discussions here don't necessarily have to be only about games, especially on a forum like this where there seems to be no moderator to nag you.

I had this game on my wishlist, saw it was delisted, came here to know why, read some non-gaming-related nonsense and joined the conversation. No big deal.