Is gta banned in saudi arabia?

GTA 5 is undoubtedly a violent game, which probably factored into the kingdom's decision to ban it entirely. The game was region locked to Saudi Arabian players, forcing them to find other solutions. Physical copies will be difficult to sell in the country, given the bans.

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2023-01-03 17:28:34

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Public Investment Fund - Wikipedia
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