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The censorship of R-Type Final 2 is not an isolated incident. Games like Persona 5 Strikers have featured similarly explicit imagery, such as a creature with a phallic head riding a chariot, which was left untouched in most releases due to its mature rating. The controversy reveals a paradox: games rated E10+ are now being censored over content that is comparatively mild or humorous.
The core issue lies in policies enacted by storefronts and platform holders. Sony and Nintendo are both known for censoring sexual content or suggestive imagery, especially in games with anime-inspired art styles. Interestingly, Microsoft appears less restrictive, and the game remains uncensored on Xbox platforms in all regions.