A couple of Android games that
reflected the real-life conflict in Gaza have been pulled from the Google Play
Store. The games, Bomb Gaza and Gaza Assault, were removed by Google yesterday
following a public outcry.
The continuing
conflict between Israel and Gaza, which started on July 8, has already taken
the life of over 1800 Palestinians, most of them civilians.
Released on July 26, Bomb Gaza aimed
to encourage players to drop bombs on terrorists while avoiding killing
innocent civilians. The game, which was designed for Android Smartphone’s and
tablets, ends after a player has killed plenty of civilians and the anger meter
reached its limit. The game was developed by PLAYFTW and was downloaded up to
1000 times.
Google's decision to remove the app
came after the game triggered outraged comments on the Google Play Store review
page, as well as on the gambling company's Facebook page.
"Please take this off the Play
Store. It is offensive and I am let down that Google actually allowed this. If
this game is not removed I am beginning a Google boycott", wrote a user.
When reached out for a comment, a
Google spokesperson said that the company does not comment on specific apps,
but added that it removes apps that violate its owner. Other similar games,
like Iron Dome and Hamas Rockets, are still available in the Play Store.
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