Country
- 🌍 All countries 11
- Australia 0
- Brazil 0
- Canada 0
- China 1
- Egypt 2
- Eritrea 0
- France 0
- Germany 0
- Global (Riot Games sanctioned tournaments) 1
- Greece 0
- Hong Kong 0
- India 1
- Iran 0
- Iraq 2
- Italy 0
- Japan 0
- Kuwait 1
- Netherlands 0
- Nigeria 0
- North Korea 0
- Norway 0
- Pakistan 0
- Qatar 1
- Russia 1
- Saudi Arabia 0
- Singapore 0
- Spain 0
- Thailand 0
- Turkey 1
- Turkmenistan 0
- UAE 0
- UK 0
- USA 0
Banned games around the world, country by country. Pick a country to see only its bans.
IndiaBannedPUBG MobileBanned in September 2020 on national-security grounds; an Indian version (BGMI) launched later.GamesSince 2020Details →Global (Riot Games sanctioned tournaments)BannedRiftbound banned cardsRiot Games, the developer of Riftbound, bans specific cards and battlefields from sanctioned tournaments to maintain competitive balance and healthy gameplay patterns.GamesSince 2026-03-31Details →TurkeyBannedRobloxBlocked since 7 August 2024 by an Adana court over content that prosecutors said could lead to child abuse. Reports in June 2026 that it had reopened were not confirmed.GamesSince 2024-08-07Details →EgyptBannedRobloxBlocked from 4 February 2026 after Egypt's Supreme Council for Media Regulation cited risks to children. Roblox said it was willing to talk, but no reopening has been announced.GamesSince 2026-02-04Details →IraqBannedRobloxBanned nationwide in October 2025 after the communications ministry, acting on Federal Supreme Court decisions, said in-game chat exposed children to exploitation and blackmail.GamesSince 2025-10Details →QatarBannedRobloxBlocked since 13 August 2025 after a social media campaign over child safety. The app still downloads but shows a 'No Network' error. Qatar never issued an official statement.GamesSince 2025-08-13Details →ChinaRestrictedRobloxRoblox has been restricted or completely blocked in China.GamesDetails →EgyptRestrictedRobloxGamesDetails →IraqRestrictedRobloxGamesDetails →RussiaBan liftedRobloxBlocked by Roskomnadzor on 3 December 2025 over 'extremist' and 'LGBT' content, then unblocked on 10 June 2026 after Roblox added age limits. In-game chat stays off in Russia.GamesBanned 2025-12-03Details →KuwaitBan liftedRobloxBlocked by regulator CITRA on 21 August 2025 over child-safety complaints, then lifted on 28 October 2025 after Roblox agreed to remove content offensive to Kuwaiti values.GamesBanned 2025-08-21Details →
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country bans the most games?
In our list, Egypt (2), followed by Iraq (2) and India (1).
Have any of these bans been lifted?
Yes, including Roblox (2025-12-03) and Roblox (2025-08-21). Lifted bans stay on the list, marked "Ban lifted", so you can see how the rules changed.
Is this list up to date?
We review entries regularly and add new bans as they happen. Laws change, so check an official government source before you travel or act on this information.
Laws change often and many bans have exceptions. This list is for general information, not legal or travel advice. Check official government sources before you travel. Last updated: 01/11/2026.