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Nexus Mods Removes Trump and Biden Skins from Marvel Rivals, Faces Backlash

The popular modding platform cites long-standing policies against political content as it responds to harassment over its decision.

  • Nexus Mods removed custom skins for Marvel Rivals that replaced Captain America's face with those of Donald Trump, Joe Biden, and Barack Obama.
  • The platform cited its 2020 Terms of Service update, which prohibits American political mods due to their divisive nature and potential for harassment.
  • The decision has led to significant backlash, including misinformation and death threats targeting the platform's staff and owner.
  • Nexus Mods clarified that the removal was consistent with its policies and noted that similar mods are available on other platforms.
  • The modding site emphasized its focus on fostering a positive community and reiterated its right to decide what content it hosts.
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