loot boxes
95% of Aussies have been subject to dark patterns in video games
A new study calls for better protections for vulnerable players.
Video games with loot boxes will now get minimum M-rating in Australia
Any games with simulated gambling will get a much higher R18+ rating.
Australia sets new classification standards for video games with gambling and loot boxes
Games featuring gambling and loot boxes will now get automatic, age-gated classifications in Australia.
UK games industry body lays out principles for loot boxes in video games
UK games industry body Ukie has revealed new plans to control the spread of loot boxes in games.
Australian committee recommends action on loot boxes
The call arrived in a report detailing major recommendations to curb problem gambling.
Activision Blizzard and Plaion fined for not disclosing loot boxes
PEGI has taken a tougher stance on loot boxes in games since early 2020.
Australian Government targets loot boxes with new classification scheme
The Australian Government has proposed that any game with loot boxes automatically be rated Mature, restricting them from sale to…
FIFA Ultimate Team packs are gambling, says Austrian court
Sony has been ordered to pay refunds to several plaintiffs, who reportedly 'gambled' around €400 on FIFA.
UK study recommends loot boxes for 18+ only
A three-year study between UK universities has concluded that children should not be exposed to loot boxes, as it warps…
Games with loot boxes could require R18+ rating in Australia
Australian MP Andrew Wilkie is looking to redefine loot boxes under Australian law.