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Turkey slaps a ban on popular gaming platform Roblox

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As a dedicated gamer and digital enthusiast with years of experience navigating the dynamic world of online platforms, I find myself deeply concerned about Turkey’s recent decision to ban Roblox. Having spent countless hours immersed in its vibrant community, creating, sharing, and enjoying games, this sudden move is disheartening.

On Wednesday, the 7th of August 2024, Turkey has unexpectedly imposed a ban on the widely used online gaming platform Roblox.

The ban comes a few days after Turkey imposed a nationwide block on Instagram

According to reports on Turkey’s telecommunications authority’s website, the official site indicates that the platform has been blocked, a decision made by the Adana 6th Court of Peace.

Roblox is an online space where people can make, distribute, and enjoy games designed by others. It has seen a surge in popularity since its debut in 2006, especially among younger groups. Developers are often given the chance to create their own games using the Roblox Studio. However, if a ban is imposed, this could potentially cause issues.

Following the prior prohibition of Instagram in the country, this action is now taken. On August 2, 2024, Turkey restricted access to Instagram based on the decision made by BTK, deeming it as “contrary to law” and infringing upon the constitution.

The current prohibition of Roblox in Turkey has sparked concern and disappointment among many users, as anticipated. With Roblox being a favorite platform for fun and creativity, its unavailability is causing distress. Moreover, there’s apprehension within the community that other digital platforms could face similar restrictions.

roblox has recently just got BLOCKED in Turkey
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Some are even talking about protesting and using VPNs to get around the ban. Well, one could understand the reason behind the blocking of Instagram in the country, but a platform like Roblox which is known for its low levels of hate or negativity is surprising, surely. We’ll need to wait for a response from officials to understand their reasoning, and I’ll provide updates as more information becomes available.

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