Having come to this game for the silly sword romancing, I finished it filled with unexpected empathy and understanding – not to mention catharsis at finally vanquishing my stalker foe. This much is understandable, and developer Kitfox Games has revamped and expanded the content warning to make it more clear to potential players exactly what they’ll encounter in Boyfriend Dungeon. It reinforces the message that although dating can be exciting, it can sometimes be dangerous. Dates can take on a frisson of fear and dread, as you wonder whether your nemesis will turn up unexpectedly.
It may indeed upset players who have experienced stalking in real life, but as someone who’s never been on the receiving end of this kind of coercive behaviour, I found it eye-opening. The stories draw you in, provoking a strong sense of attachment with each human/weapon, to the point where switching to a different blade actually made me feel guilty.īoyfriend Dungeon begins with a warning that it portrays stalking and emotional manipulation, and indeed the main plotline concerns someone who just won’t leave you alone, with their unwanted attention eventually escalating to violence. The dialogue, although often very funny, deals with issues such as polyamory and depression with an admirable degree of sensitivity and frankness. We apologize for any hurt inflicted by our mistake.
#BOYFRIEND DUNGEON CONTENT WARNING UPDATE#
Well update the game next week with a more accurate CW. Perhaps Boyfriend Dungeon’s greatest strength is that it portrays the complexities of dating as well as its excitement as you get to know each character, you’ll be exposed to their flaws and often complicated backstory. The content warning for Boyfriend Dungeon inadequately describes the events of stalking and emotional manipulation that exist in the story. You’re also given free rein to design your player character, picking your preferred gender and pronouns. It’s not just man-weapons you can go on dates with: there are women, non-binary folk and even a cat as well (before you ask: no, you can’t sleep with the pussy).
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