Sick trailer sparks controversy

19th February 2011

A trailer for a new zombie shoot ‘em up game, designed by Polish outfit Techland, is currently causing a stir amongst both fans and critics.

Although showing no actual game play, the clip for Dead Island follows the gruesome death of a young girl and has led some to label it one of the most gaming controversial trailers ever made.

Played out in reverse order, the video has been criticised for its use of children and families and has sparked arguments amongst gamers and critics as to the limit of extremities in such trailers. ...