Marvel Rivals Donald Trump Mod Reportedly Banned

Nexus Mods Bans Donald Trump Marvel Rivals Mod Due to Sociopolitical Concerns

A recently uploaded Donald Trump mod for the popular game, Marvel Rivals, has been removed from Nexus Mods, citing violations of their sociopolitical rules. The mod, which replaced Captain America's model with that of Donald Trump, gained traction on social media, even sparking interest in a purported Joe Biden counterpart. However, both mods are now inaccessible on the platform.

Marvel Rivals, a hero shooter from NetEase Games, has amassed millions of players since its release. The game's modding community has been active, creating various character model replacements, ranging from alternate Marvel skins to crossovers with other franchises like Fortnite.

The removal of the Trump mod aligns with Nexus Mods' 2020 policy banning mods related to US sociopolitical issues. This policy, implemented during the highly contested 2020 presidential election, aims to maintain a neutral platform. While the decision has been met with mixed reactions online, with some supporting the ban and others criticizing Nexus Mods' stance on political content, it's not unprecedented. Similar mods featuring Trump in other games like Skyrim, Fallout 4, and XCOM 2 remain available on the site.

Notably, NetEase Games, the developer of Marvel Rivals, has yet to comment on the use of character mods, including those depicting politically charged figures. The company is currently focused on addressing other in-game issues, such as bug fixes and resolving wrongful account bans.