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Pakistan Bans Black Ops II And Medal Of Honor: Warfighter
The All Pakistan CD, DVD, Audio Cassette Traders and Manufacturers Association (or APCDACTAMA for fans of awful acronyms) has banned one of last year's most popular shooters. They also banned Medal of Honor: Warfighter.
It seems that APCDACTAMACABADA isn't fond of games that make Pakistan look bad.
"The problem is that there are things that are against Pakistan and they have included criticism of our army," said Saleem Memon, president of BANANARAMA. "They show the country in a very poor light."
In a statement directed to Fox News, the association continued. "These [games] have been developed against the country's national unity and sanctity. [They] have been developed against Pakistan, and the Association has completely banned their sale. Shopkeepers are warned and will be responsible for the consequences if found purchasing or selling these games."
Consequences for selling these two games may include jail time, community service, or having to play Medal of Honor: Warfighter.
Source: Joystiq
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