It is a bit strange. For example, if you're playing Dungeons and Dragons with a group of friends, the choice to murder a child is likely to be met by at worst some groans. Try to have your character rape an imaginary woman, however, and you're likely to not only be kicked out of the game but lose those people as friends as well. I know I wouldn't talk to that person again.
We have a double standard when it comes to imaginary evil that is simply violent and imaginary evil that is repugnant. Make a game about shooting a thousand people and it may win game of the year. Make a game about avoiding prosecution while abusing your virtual pet dog and you'll probably lose your job.
We have a double standard when it comes to imaginary evil that is simply violent and imaginary evil that is repugnant. Make a game about shooting a thousand people and it may win game of the year. Make a game about avoiding prosecution while abusing your virtual pet dog and you'll probably lose your job.