Itch.io Reinstates NSFW Content, Payment-Based Adult Games Still Unavailable

Adult Content Returning to Itch.io with New Warning System and Ongoing Payment Discussions

Itch.io is gradually restoring adult content to its platform, as announced by head Leaf Corcoran. This follows last week’s temporary removal of the entire adult game collection, a decision prompted by pressure from payment processors after similar scrutiny faced by Steam. The move generated significant online discussion and concern across digital storefronts, with the International Game Developers Association (IGDA) publicly expressing its worry about the situation. Corcoran’s update confirms that while adult content is returning, discussions with payment processors are ongoing. To facilitate the reintroduction of these titles, creators are advised to specify if their game is free-to-play and to utilize a new adult content warning system. However, pay-to-play adult games remain unavailable while Itch.io works to find a viable solution for both payment processors and game developers.

In Case You Missed It

If you’re interested in the latest developments affecting independent game developers, make sure to read Carlos Mendoza’s insightful piece titled “Itch.io Delists Games Following Payment Companies’ Pressure,” published on July 24th. The article delves into how payment processing companies are influencing what games can be sold online, particularly focusing on Itch.io’s recent actions regarding NSFW content. For a deeper look at this evolving landscape and its implications for the gaming industry, head over to Itch.io Delists Games Following Payment Companies’ Pressure for more details. If you’re a fan of tower defense games or are simply looking to expand your gaming collection, be sure to check out “Epic Games Store Releases Legion TD 2 for Free” by Ahmed Hassan (July 24, 2025). This post highlights the latest freebie from Epic Games Store, where Legion TD 2 is up for grabs until next Wednesday. Don’t miss this chance to build your own fortress and fend off waves of enemies! Head over to Epic Games Store Releases Legion TD 2 for Free to learn more and secure your copy today. For those interested in the ongoing debates surrounding digital platform censorship and its impact on independent game developers, be sure to check out “Adult Games Swept from Steam and Itch.io: IGDA Exposes Quiet Censorship” by Carlos Mendoza, published on July 29, 2025. The article delves into the recent removal of adult-themed games from major platforms like Steam and Itch.io, highlighting concerns over lack of transparency and fair treatment of creators. With a growing petition demanding clearer guidelines and open communication, this piece sheds light on an important conversation in the gaming industry. Head over to Adult Games Swept from Steam and Itch.io: IGDA Exposes Quiet Censorship for a closer look at this pressing issue.

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