In the world of gaming, we’ve seen some pretty creative ways to get banned cheating, toxic chat, or the occasional physics-breaking exploit. But one Forza Horizon 5 player recently achieved legendary status by earning a suspension so long it essentially covers the rest of human history. The crime? A “Kentucky Fried” tribute to a specific high-ranking government official from East Asia.
The ban, which clocks in at roughly 8,000 years, was handed down after the player uploaded a custom car livery that swapped out the iconic Colonel Sanders for a satirical depiction of a well-known world leader.
The “Nuke Balance” Livery
The design in question wasn’t just a simple head-swap. It was a masterclass in “edgy” graphic design that apparently pushed the Turn 10 Studios enforcement team over the edge. The details included:
- The Colonel’s New Face: The classic KFC logo featured the face of a specific government official instead of the Colonel.
- Punny Parodies: The car was adorned with brand spoofs like “Pyongyang Pirelli” and “Nuke Balance” (a play on New Balance).
- The Hashtag: Emblazoned on the side was the tongue-in-cheek hashtag #SendNukes.
A Sentence for the Ages
While most first-time offenders might get a slap on the wrist or a week-long timeout, this player was served the ultimate “Original Recipe” punishment. The ban notification informed them that they are prohibited from online play until December 31, 9999.
“I guess this confirms that the government official in question plays Forza,” joked one Redditor. “Or at least, someone in the enforcement office has zero chill.”
The Community Reacts
The Forza community has been predictably divided. Some argue that featuring “notorious individuals” is a clear violation of the game’s terms of service regarding political content and offensive imagery. Others, however, feel that an 8,000-year ban for a parody livery on a first offense, no less is like “using a nuclear warhead to kill a mosquito.”
As it stands, the player will be eligible to jump back into the driver’s seat in approximately 7,973 years. Hopefully, by then, the servers are still up, and the fast-food memes have evolved.
