A decade after its launch, Far Cry 4 received a stealthy update on PC censoring instances of nudity, catching players off guard. Ubisoft provided no patch notes or explanation for the changes, leaving the Steam community baffled. SteamDB reveals numerous file modifications, though the exact scope of the changes remains unclear.

Far Cry 4Image: reddit.comReddit users highlighted specific alterations: a topless woman at the Shangri-La arena now wears a bra, and protagonist Ajay now sports a loincloth during the Shangri-La sequence instead of appearing partially nude.

The lack of communication from Ubisoft has fueled speculation about the motives behind the censorship. Some believe it could be tied to Ubisoft’s recent deal with Tencent to create a new division centered around major franchises like Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six. Others suggest it might relate to evolving content moderation standards or regional compliance requirements.

Regardless of the reason, the sudden update to a 10-year-old game raises questions about transparency and intent, especially given the absence of an official statement from Ubisoft.

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