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Mexican Gamers Unite Against Proposed “Violent Game” tax
By Daniel Laguna | September 10, 2025
Mexican gamers are up in arms over a proposed 8% tax on video games deemed “violent” as part of the Economic Package 2026. spearheaded by Claudia Sheinbaum’s government, the tax has ignited a firestorm of protest across social media, forums, and even Change.org, with players arguing the measure is unfair, ineffective, and scapegoats their hobby for deeper societal issues.
The core argument from the Sheinbaum administration centers on the idea that violent video games contribute to societal violence, a claim Mexican gamers vehemently reject. They argue that there’s no concrete evidence to support this link and that the tax unfairly punishes consumers for enjoying a form of entertainment.
“This isn’t a solution,it’s a scapegoat,” one gamer wrote on Twitter. “instead of addressing the root causes of violence, they’re targeting our wallets.”
The proposed tax would apply to games classified as “violent,” potentially raising the prices of an already expensive hobby.This has sparked outrage, with many players expressing concern that the tax will disproportionately affect lower-income gamers.
The online petition, titled “No to 8% tax on violent video games in Mexico,” was created by Martín García. It argues that the tax is an “unfair measure” that will directly affect consumers without addressing the underlying causes of violence.
The debate continues to rage online, with gamers determined to make their voices heard and push back against what they see as an unjust and misguided policy. The future of the Economic Package 2026, and the fate of Mexican gamers’ wallets, remains to be seen.