As I'm sure many of you remember, this time two years ago The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim was released. However, I imagine less people are aware (especially those who do not live in a Commonwealth country) that today is also the 95th anniversary of the signing of the armistice that ended the First World War. In many of the countries who participated, but especially the UK, this date is used for remembrance of all those who have been lost or injured during war. Poppies are worn as a sign of respect, and public wreath laying ceremonies are held in every town, village and city, during which a silence is observed for the purpose of contemplating the sacrifices that have been made.
As such, my question to you is this: is it ethically justifiable to use a date such as this for commercial purposes? For example, would there be upset in the United States if a game was to be released on the eleventh of September? Would it be different if the game was particularly violent, or particularly nonviolent? What if the content of the game were relevant to the date commemorated?
I am aware that this is a very culturally relative and sensitive issue, So I would advise caution before posting. Whilst different perspectives are appreciated, it can be easy to offend when talking about topics such as this.
As such, my question to you is this: is it ethically justifiable to use a date such as this for commercial purposes? For example, would there be upset in the United States if a game was to be released on the eleventh of September? Would it be different if the game was particularly violent, or particularly nonviolent? What if the content of the game were relevant to the date commemorated?
I am aware that this is a very culturally relative and sensitive issue, So I would advise caution before posting. Whilst different perspectives are appreciated, it can be easy to offend when talking about topics such as this.
