Bloober Team reacts to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Bloober Teamthe developer behind The Medium and Layers of Fear, has announced that it will stop selling its titles in Russia and Belarus following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine on February 24, many development studies have confirmed that they will no longer sell their products in the Russian and Belarusian territories.
And yesterday, the Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine, Mykhailo Fedorovpublished an open letter urging the video game industry to support Ukraine by severing its relations with Russia.
Now, Bloober Team has stepped forward and stated their position on the invasion, saying, “As the unprovoked Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, killing defenders and civilians alike, we at Bloober Team have decided to stop selling our stocks in Russia and Belarus on all platforms. “.
The Twitter thread continues, with Bloober Team explaining that it has worked with various partners to prevent the sale to Russia and Belarus, with the ban going into effect on Steam first.
“Our hearts are with the Ukrainian people and this is one of the many steps we are currently taking to support them“said Bloober Team.”We understand that our decision could affect many Russian and Belarusian actors who are not involved in this invasion, but we firmly believe that every step that can help stop the war is worth taking.“.
Dear community,
(1/5) As the Russian unprovoked invasion of Ukraine continues, killing defenders and civilians alike, we at Bloober Team have decided to stop selling our titles in Russia and Belarus across all platforms.#BlooberTeam #Ukraine #UkraineRussiaWar pic.twitter.com/kC5b7pXqVq– Bloober Team (@BlooberTeam) March 3, 2022
“This includes showing full solidarity with the Ukrainian people in both words and deeds, as well as creating pressure on Russian and Belarusian public opinion.“continued the developer.”We believe global resistance can help make a difference. We want to be part of a world that does not close its eyes to war. And we will not remain neutral when human lives are at stake“.
In other news, we learned that CD Projekt Red will also stop sales of its products in Russia and Belarus.
Source: Nme.
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