The White House recently faced backlash over a game called Build The Wall, a politically charged Tetris-like experience that encouraged players to protect the U.S. border. Following criticism for being “racist,” the game was removed from the White House’s virtual arcade without explanation.
The Tetris Company distanced itself from the game, emphasizing its commitment to unity and the importance of copyright. Other politically themed games, like Trump Saving Tycoon and Rio Run, remain in the arcade, which has drawn mixed reviews from gaming fans.
Officials from the White House defended the digital arcade as a way to promote the President’s achievements and contrast with opposing political views. Meanwhile, fans are calling for more companies to take action against similar uses of their intellectual property in this context.
