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Why did the United Nations send Australian writer Max Barry a cease and desist letter?

Question #151939. Asked by Thesuperyoshi.
Last updated Jan 26 2025.
Originally posted Jan 26 2025 2:55 AM.

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He set up an online game, NationState, which simulated international politics, and included the UN as part of the game play. When they objected to the inclusion, he changed the name to World Assembly, which is what you will see today. (There is a link to the actual game site in the blog entry at the link.)

link https://maxbarry.com/2008/04/02/news.html

Jan 26 2025, 3:58 AM
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