Blizzard have cancelled a collection of Overwatch League matches that had been set to happen in South Korea over the following few weeks, “in order to protect the health and safety of players, fans and staff”. This comes only a few weeks after they announced they were cancelling the games scheduled for China amid coronavirus fears. Blizzard have stated they’ll be attempting to reschedule the matches, so for now it’s a little bit of a ready game to see what occurs with the coronavirus outbreak.
Some of the Overwatch League games affected in South Korea embrace the Seoul Dynasty Homestand matches, in addition to the matches that had been rescheduled to happen in Korea following their cancellations in China. Dynasty have launched a statement to clarify the state of affairs to followers, and guarantee that anybody who’s purchased a ticket for the Homestand will be capable to get a refund.
“We are working with the league on rescheduling these matches and will share more information through the league when it is available,” they tweeted.
“We are making every effort to ensure our players’ well-being and safety. Please stay safe during this difficult time.”
The new coronavirus began out within the Wuhan area of China again in December 2019, and has since spread to 29 other countries by means of journey. With over 1700 confirmed cases of the virus outside of China, nations like Russia and Korea are establishing quarantines at their borders to cease it from spreading additional.
The Overwatch League is having a tough go of it in its third season. The matches deliberate for China and South Korea had been a part of the league’s Homestand collection, through which groups had been to host games of their dwelling cities. With these two nations knocked out in the meanwhile, it appears to be like like we might be ready for some time to see the Asian groups enjoying on their dwelling turf.
These aren’t the one occasions impacted by coronavirus, although. Not solely have Sony and Facebook have pulled out of GDC due to it, however a Chinese League Of Legends tournament has been put on hold as properly.
It’s a disgrace to see a lot grinding to a halt due to this, however in the end the proper choices are being made to maintain gamers, workers and followers secure.
Do additionally learn Alexis Ong’s take a look at the Chinese indie developers working under the quarantine.
