From IGN · Kirk McKeand · · 1m 10s
YouTuber's Channel Banned Over Hellraiser: Revival Gameplay Video
YouTuber loses channel after YouTube bans Hellraiser: Revival gameplay video for explicit content.
In brief
YouTuber loses channel after YouTube bans Hellraiser: Revival gameplay video for explicit content. French YouTuber J0nathan had his channel permanently banned by YouTube for a Hellraiser: Revival gameplay video containing uncensored sex scenes, wiping 10 years of work and 3,000 videos. Originally reported by IGN.
Channel banned
French YouTuber J0nathan's channel was permanently banned by YouTube for a Hellraiser: Revival gameplay video.
Explicit gameplay scene
The video showed uncensored sex scenes with a topless woman and BDSM play, including a male character with their wang in the wind.
YouTube's policy
YouTube banned the channel for violating sex and nudity policy despite J0nathan adding 'Not Made for Kids' label.
J0nathan's claim
J0nathan said the scene was essential to understanding the game's story and catalyst for the plot.
10 years of work
J0nathan lost 10 years of hard work and over 3,000 videos, wiping his main income source.
Appeal process
J0nathan's first YouTube appeal was rejected within minutes with no human review of his case.
Saber's advice
Saber Interactive recommended adding age restrictions and sexual theme labels to avoid channel bans.
In short
French YouTuber J0nathan had his channel permanently banned by YouTube for a Hellraiser: Revival gameplay video containing uncensored sex scenes, wiping 10 years of work and 3,000 videos.
