Developer of Adult Game Alleges "Soft Ban" by SubscribeStar

A game developer has claimed that their adult game, Degrees of Lewdity, has been "soft-banned" from the subscription platform SubscribeStar. According to the developer, Vrelnir, the game's page is still available but users can no longer provide financial support or submit payments. The issue is suspected to be linked to ongoing efforts by conservative activists to restrict access to adult content. The developer's page on SubscribeStar is inaccessible through search, and Vrelnir has been unable to post updates or receive support from the platform. This incident is part of a larger trend of digital storefronts such as Steam and itch.io facing pressure from payment processors and conservative groups to moderate adult content on their sites. The UK's Online Safety Act is also believed to be a contributing factor, as it has led some studios to reconsider certain in-game features due to the new rules. The situation is ongoing, with SubscribeStar yet to comment on the matter.