A little rough-housing against the competition is fine and all, but this latest report may be taking things a bit too far.

Mobile Legends developer Moonton is reportedly forcing esports organizations to drop League of Legends: Wild Rift teams, or flat out not create one, thanks to a signed exclusivity contract with the company (via WRCompetitive).

The news broke out when Team Secret CEO John Yao, who now has a Philippines Wild Rift team, stated that the ability to participate in multiple titles is crucial to the survival of esports organizations. In order for the exclusivity to work, Moonton's compensation needs to be justifiable to just stick to one side of the mobile MOBA train.

Keep in mind that Mobile Legends is a major esport in Southeast Asia, regardless of its dubious status of being a tad similar (legally distinct, if we're being honest) to Riot Games' MOBA. But that game popped up first way before Wild Rift entered the scene, so Moonton already had years to create the esports scene they're thriving in today.

What Is Riot Games' Response?

In response, Riot Games SEA esports project manager Ban Chee reassured folks that the company will not restrict SEA teams from competing in other esports.

Well, that settles things then. Moonton may need to lighten its current stance on competition if it wants to keep playing the esports long game.