Tencent Seeks 'Reasonable Solution' After PUBG Mobile Arrests Cause Panic in India

Tencent India has finally commented on the PUBG Mobile-linked arrests in India and the ban on the game in certain parts of the country. The company says PUBG Mobile "is meant merely for entertainment and should be enjoyed in a healthy and responsible manner."

Tencent, which publishes the mobile version of PUBG, added, "In consonance with our endeavor to continue promoting responsible gaming experience, we are working on the introduction of a healthy gameplay system in India to promote balanced, responsible gaming, including limiting play time for under-aged players."
About the bans, the company's statement, reported by many Indian publications, said,

"We are working to understand the legal basis of such bans, and hope we can have a constructive dialogue with relevant authorities to explain our objectives and that they withdraw the prohibition. To PUBG Mobile players, we want to assure you that we are on your side and we will try our best to find a reasonable solution."