The Chinese government has announced plans to crack down on video game addiction among young people.
The new rules, which will take effect on September 1, will limit the amount of time minors can spend playing video games to just three hours per week.
Under the new rules, minors will be allowed to play video games only between 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, as well as on public holidays.
The Chinese government has been concerned about the impact of video games on young people’s mental health and academic performance.
The new rules are part of a broader effort to promote “healthy” online behavior and limit the influence of Western culture on Chinese society.
