The Boys Meets John Wick In Banned 2003 Game That's Being Remade For Modern Platforms

Published Aug 24, 2026, 6:55 AM EDT Paul Farrelly is a Contributing Writer for Screen Rant’s Gaming section and the founder of GeekGasm.org, a site dedicated to celebrating all things gaming, from triple A blockbusters to weird and wonderful indie hits. Based in Louth, Ireland, Paul has spent years writing about games, pop culture, and tech, turning his lifelong love of gaming into a career that lets him talk (probably too much) about what makes this industry so endlessly fascinating. He’s previously written and collaborated with several entertainment outlets, including LADbible, gaining a wide perspective on how gaming fits into today’s pop culture conversation. His work blends genuine enthusiasm with thoughtful analysis, exploring how design, storytelling, and community have made gaming one of the most creative mediums around. When he’s not glued to a controller or keyboard, Paul’s usually spinning vinyl, plotting his next horror marathon, or debating which Resident Evil entry really reigns supreme. The video games industry is quite young when compared to other media. Yet, in a relatively short lifespan, more than 60 games have been banned across different countries. Like an episode of The Boys, there are games with over-the-top graphic violence that simply didn't make it past the censor board. One such game seemed to be languishing in video game jail until very recently. Boasting unrestrained violence, crude humor and enough guns to make even John Wick blush, this game wears its ban like a badge of honor. But, thanks to a Kickstarter, we might soon be playing this FPS shooter from 2003. Until now, you could only play it on PC and only in certain countries, but that is set to change. The Kickstarter is hoping to bring the 'most critically divisive video game', according to Guinness World Records, back from the dead and onto modern consoles. With the developer having recently created a successful VR version of the game, it makes sense that a flat-screen version should be released for PC and console players to enjoy. Postal 2 Redux smashed through all its stretch goals on Kickstarter and has raised more than double the money needed by the developers to publish the game. No official release date is listed for the game yet, but it is expected to launch in Q1 2027. Running on Unity and adding a plethora of quality of life additions, the game has never looked better. But whether it gets banned like the original still remains to be seen. Certainly, the console release might have cut content and some censorship, as console guidelines are a lot stricter than PC. Countries like Australia, New Zealand and Germany also have strict content guidelines, and it's likely that if the game launches in its purest form, it will certainly get banned in multiple countries. Getting to spend a week in Paradise with your faithful companion Champ by your side might depend entirely on what country you're living in come 2027. We're used to seeing content getting banned for unusual reasons but in the case of Postal 2 Redux, a ban feels well-earned. Country-wide bans aside, those lucky enough to play Postal 2 Redux in 2027, might be in for a treat. Not only have the visuals been given a total overhaul, the weapons will hit harder and have more bite than before. The developers have also made interiors more destructible to add to the chaotic gunplay. Not only that, but loading times have been squashed and NPCs will have smarter AI, so once the chaos kicks in, they're more likely to call for backup quicker with smarter pathing and cops that overreact in the best possible way. With the remainder of 2026 being dominated by Grand Theft Auto VI leaks, news and eventual release... it's nice to know we still have a sandbox game designed for pure chaos to look forward to in 2027. Postal 2 Redux won't be everyone's cup of tea, but it does offer the perfect blend of The Boy's comic book violence and John Wick's combative gunplay. A while Flat2VR Studios might not have as many 10/10 masterpieces in their catalog as Rockstar, there is still plenty of fun to be had in the weird, whacky world of Postal 2 Redux. Systems Released April 13, 2003 ESRB M For Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Mature Humor, Strong Language, Use of Drugs Developer(s) Running with Scissors Publisher(s) Running with Scissors Engine Unreal Engine 2 Multiplayer Local Multiplayer Franchise Postal