Sony really crossed the line this time when it used images of a freshly slaughtered goat to promote it's game, "God of War 2". Animal rights activists were enraged by the depiction and Sony has repented in ashes.
Implications - In addition to the goat, there was also a naked female hostess covered in paint acting like a servant by feeding grapes. If that wasn't enough, there was also "meat" soup that was made to look like a goat's internal organs. The game has a mythological/God element which may explain the company's marketing approach. However, the highly dramatized promotion has clearly offended several people and has severely backfired on Sony.
Sony Uses Slaughtered Goat To Promote Game
Sony Uses Slaughtered Goat To Promote Game
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