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Apex Legends won't censor game for Saudi Arabia esports tournament, Respawn says
Apex Legends developer Respawn has told fans its "not changing the game", following backlash to its participation in the Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia.
Earlier this month, the Esports World Cup social media feed announced that Apex Legends had "[entered] the arena", stating only the "best will compete for fame, fortune, and glory" at the Riyadh-based tournament. Fans pointed to the contradiction of a country notorious for its poor LGBTQ+ rights hosting a tournament featuring Respawn's inclusive battle royale, which includes many playable LGBTQ+ characters, as well as Pride cosmetics. Another adds: "Super disappointing that the World Cup is being held in a country that is incredibly unsafe for a large portion of the esports community.
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