Happy Propaganda casts players as chat moderators in a totalitarian state broadcast

Independent developer Not a Dog has announced Happy Propaganda, a simulation game where players take on the role of a chat moderator for a state-run broadcast in the fictional totalitarian nation of Vesna.

The game positions itself as a censorship simulator, challenging players to manage live chat commentary during official broadcasts. The premise centers on controlling public discourse under an authoritarian regime, with players making decisions about which messages are allowed to appear publicly.

Happy Propaganda was first reported by AUTOMATON West, which described the title as placing players directly in the position of enforcing state-approved communication standards. The game's setting uses the fictional country of Vesna as its backdrop for exploring themes of media control and information restriction.

The announcement represents the latest entry in narrative-driven games that examine political power structures through interactive mechanics. Not a Dog previously focused on smaller experimental projects before this larger-scale simulation effort.

Details about release timing, platforms, and specific gameplay mechanics remain limited. The developer has not yet provided additional information about how the moderation system will function or what consequences players face for their censorship choices.