“Roblox Geri Gelsin!” – Turkish children protest Roblox ban

Young gamers in Turkey took to the streets on August 7, 2024, to protest the recent nationwide ban on Roblox. The government’s decision, prompted by concerns about child exploitation and inappropriate content on the platform, has sparked outrage among the predominantly young users.

The Government Ban and the Children’s Reaction

Turkey has officially banned Roblox, leaving thousands of users without access to the platform. The move follows earlier restrictions on Instagram and Wikipedia. The ban is said to be related to “child exploitation” and “reports of inappropriate sexual content on the platform.”

Since the announcement, children across Turkey have expressed their disappointment and frustration. In a TikTok video shared by user Onliahmet, a group of children can be seen marching through the streets chanting “Roblox Geri Gelsin” (which translates to “Roblox Come Back”) with their hands up. This display of discontent has been echoed online, with hashtags such as #FreeRoblox and #RobloxGeriGelsin trending.

Online and global reactions

The children’s protest has sparked a wave of support online. Netizens from several countries have joined the movement, amplifying the children’s pleas for the ban to be lifted. One user responded, chanting “ROBLOX GERI GELSIN” in unison and anger, while another chimed in, “Save Roblox.”

However, not everyone is supporting the protests. Some online commentators have expressed surprise and amusement at the situation, with one user saying: “HELL NAH I JUST SAW A ROBLOX PROTEST” while another said that protesting a video game ban was bizarre. Despite these mixed reactions, the children’s campaign has received a lot of attention, raising the possibility of a larger movement emerging.

Current situation and future possibilities

It’s striking to see children passionately protesting in major cities across Turkey, demanding to be allowed to continue playing their beloved game. According to Dexerto, both the Turkish government and Roblox have yet to provide updates on how they plan to address these aspects of the ban. Some users abroad have suggested using VPNs to access Roblox, but it’s unclear whether this will be an accessible solution for Turkish players.

The outcome of the protests and the ongoing discussions between Roblox and the Turkish authorities are still uncertain. The passionate campaign by young gamers, supported by a wave of online solidarity, shows how determined they are to get their favorite platform back. For now, the fate of Roblox in Turkey is uncertain, leaving many children eagerly awaiting the day they can dive back into their beloved game.

Watch the protest here:

@onliahmet

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♬ roblox geri gelsin – onliahmet

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