The leading battle-royale titles in mobile gaming market are reportedly going to face a blockage in Bangladesh very soon as the government is considering to ban PUBG Mobile and Free Fire. According to a report, the Ministry of Home Affairs and Education in Bangladesh have recommended the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission to ban these games.
PUBG Mobile has been on the radar of many South Asian nations for the last few years. Several reports indicated that this game instills bad values and incites violence among youngsters. Some violent cases were also attached as a substantial proof and it has been banned in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh before.
Pakistan and Bangladesh chose to unban PUBG Mobile after a short while but the game is still blocked in India since last nine months. Bangladesh is apparently reconsidering their decision of restricting PUBG Mobile and Free Fire is added to the list as well.
The Ministry of Home Affairs and Education has recommended this ban because of the addictive nature of these games. The IT Ministry is considering to ban these games in steps to avoid an “adverse reaction”. Stepwise approach will ensure that the games are stopped in “healthy and alternative way.”
The report cites several cases of crimes which were instigated due to these games. The nature of these crimes is heinous and hence, the government is planning to stop the misuse of these games and create public awareness. If the ban actually comes through, it will affect the budding mobile esports industry in Bangladesh.
Garena recently announced a dedicated server and support for Free Fire esports in Bangladesh and this situation might complicate things if the access to Free Fire is cut off in the future. The decision of ban has not been made yet but further actions may be seen very soon.
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