EA’s latest move is to forbid esports competitors from Russia and its ally Belarus from participating in its events. 📰 Read more:
The games industry is continuing to push back against Russia in the wake of its invasion of Ukraine. EA’s latest move is to forbid esports competitors from Russia and its ally Belarus from participating in its events..
“We have made the decision to remove Russia and Belarus as eligible countries in our esports programs,” the tweet reads. “Effective immediately, players and teams are ineligible to participate in the Apex Legends and FIFA 22 global series.” It’s a clear, decisive move by EA — one that echoes its stance “in solidarity with the people of Ukraine.”
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