Beware with BGMI Comeback: Return of this Popular Game triggers Mental Health Problems, Addiction Issues
Beware with BGMI Comeback:
The return of Battle Ground Mobile India (BGMI) after a year in India is generating massive buzz in the Indian esports community. According to reports from various media outlets, the game has already been downloaded by 10 crore users on Android devices. However, the Ministry of Information and Technology has made it clear that they are closely monitoring the game’s comeback for the next three months. The final decision to grant a green signal will be based on how things unfold during this period, including the impact on users’ mental health, addiction concerns, and other miscellaneous problems.
Let’s describe a few parameters that users need to follow in BGMI, as shared in the following format:
- Players who are 18 years old or younger are only allowed to play the game for a maximum of 3 hours daily.
- Players who are above 18 years old are allowed to play the game for up to 6 hours daily.
- Players who are 18 years old or younger must undergo parental verification before they are granted access to the game.
- The game has been modified to comply with Indian laws while maintaining the spirit of PUBG Mobile.
- The color of blood in the game can been changed to green,orange and blue instead of red, as red signifies violence.
According to reports in various media outlets, Indian parents view the return of this popular game as a bad omen, fearing its potential impact on children’s mental health and the potential for a significant rise in addiction.
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In the past, there have been several instances where popular games like PUBG Mobile, prior to its ban, have triggered violence and promoted negative behavior.
The return of this popular game has reignited those conversations, raising concerns once again about excessive game time for BGMI and its potential to trigger mental health issues and addictions among young gamer.



