Author: Ammar Farooq

  • Investigating the Status of PUBG and Digital Games in Islam

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    Can such games align with religious values, or do they promote haram (forbidden) behaviors? This article explores the 2020 fatwa declaring PUBG’s “idol-worship” mechanics as shirk (polytheism), real-world tragedies linked to gaming addiction in Pakistan, and scholars’ divided views on balancing modern entertainment with Islamic ethics. While some condemn PUBG’s violence and addictive risks, others…