Bethesda recently sparked controversy over a promotional video for "Order of Giants," a DLC for "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle."
The clip, posted on X (formerly Twitter) on September 14, 2025, featured Indiana Jones petting a cat and saying, "You don't care much for fascists, do you?" However, the timing of the post, which coincided with the September 10 assassination of conservative American figure Charlie Kirk, led many online users to believe the video was an indirect reference to the event, triggering significant backlash. 
The original post included the caption "Good kitty," appearing to be routine social media promotion. Since the DLC's release, the official Bethesda account has consistently posted short videos and images for promotion, leading many to believe this was simply unfortunate timing rather than an intentional slight.
The game is set in 1937, during the rise of Hitler and Mussolini, meaning the character's dialogue about "fascists" would naturally align with the historical plot.
Nevertheless, after the post was deleted, screenshots of the video circulated widely across platforms like X, Facebook, and TikTok. Some users connected it to the Charlie Kirk shooting, interpreting it as indirect mockery. However, others argued that, considering Bethesda's overall promotional strategy, it was more likely a mere promotional coincidence with no specific event in mind.
Charlie Kirk was a highly controversial conservative opinion leader in the United States and the founder of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), known for his intense debate videos and massive online following. He was fatally shot on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University by 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, who subsequently surrendered to police and is expected to face formal charges this week. This incident has reignited political polarization across American social media.
Bethesda has not yet issued a public statement regarding the matter. However, as the incident continues to unfold, it once again highlights the potential for controversy that game promotions can ignite in a highly politically sensitive environment.
via： PCGamesN