US lawmakers seek to ban paid loot boxes in games aimed at kids
US lawmakers seek to ban paid loot boxes in games aimed at kids In-game elements ‘monetize addiction’ says Senator When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. Loot boxesremain one of the most controversial topics in gaming, and now lawmakers in the US are planning to ban paid loot boxes in titles aimed at kids. Missouri Senator Josh Hawley has put forward a bill called the Protecting Children from Abusive Games Act, which would ban paid loot boxes, as well as pay-to-win mechanics and other practices that could part children from their (or rather their parents') hard-earned cash....