Is IGN available in Syria?

No, IGN is currently blocked in Syria. Users in Syria cannot access this service. We are tracking the situation and advocating for change.

Why is IGN blocked in Syria?

Many international services blocked access to Syria due to previous sanctions and compliance policies. Even as sanctions are being reviewed, some companies have not yet restored access. Unblock Syria tracks these services and advocates for change.

How can I help unblock IGN in Syria?

You can help by voting on this page to show demand, sharing it on social media, and contacting IGN directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.

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11 Apr, 2026

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Community testing confirmed that IGN is blocked in Syria. Accessing ign.com from a Syrian IP returns a custom error page with "Error 403 - Unavailable (IFW-L01)" and the message "Sorry but something about this request looked a bit suspicious, and we block suspicious stuff." The site is completely in...

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Work at IGN? Know someone who does?

You can help change this. Syria's political situation has changed—all sanctions have been lifted. Many companies just haven't updated their policies yet. If you work at IGN or know someone who does, share our resources with their legal or compliance team. Sometimes all it takes is one person asking the right question.

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Tips for advocating: Reach out to legal, compliance, or policy teams. Reference the lifted sanctions. Point to competitors who have already unblocked Syria. Every voice matters.

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