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Iranian-American citizen and former US Marine created gamescriticizing Iran's regime

"In the world of video games and entertainment any kind of publicity is often seen as a boon. But it was publicity that ultimately prevented New York-based game developer Navid Khonsari from returning to his homeland. Late one night last year, the Iranian-born game developer received an unexpected call from an uncle who had just returned from Iran."

Published May 2015, from publisher's description: "Video games have become a global industry, and their history spans dozens of national industries where foreign imports compete with domestic productions, legitimate industry contends with piracy, and national identity faces the global marketplace. This volume describes video game history and culture across every continent, with essays covering areas as disparate and far-flung as Argentina and Thailand, Hungary and Indonesia, Iran and Ireland."