Esports
November 12, 2025
Epic Games Says Gambling Is Not Coming to Fortnite
Video gaming juggernaut Epic Games has fired back at accusations of implementing mechanics for player-created gambling content. The developer firmly stated that it doesn’t condone casino-style games in its IP, although it became clear that it doesn’t consider loot boxes to constitute gambling. Epic Games Responds Epic Games’ response comes in the wake of outrage […]
Industry
November 11, 2025
Video Game Purchases Linked to Gambling Problems in Adolescents, Study Finds
A recent study in Norway, examining adolescents aged 12–17, has revealed that engaging in computer gaming is linked to notably higher rates of gambling problems among youth. The study specifically highlights the dangers of buying loot boxes and betting on in-game skins. A Link Between Video Game Purchases and Harmful Gambling The study, carried out […]
Industry
October 29, 2025
YouTube Unveils Policy Changes, Gambling and Violence in the Crosshairs
Shortly after media giant YouTube unveiled a refurbished look, the company announced a new set of restrictions surrounding content that might not be appropriate for children. This features changes to the platform’s policy on gambling-related content and video game violence. A New Set of Restrictions for Gambling Content The new set of rules is set […]
Industry
June 2, 2025
Asmongold to Stream on Kick, Says He Will Not Gamble
Zack “Asmongold,” an internet celebrity and popular content creator, has become the latest streamer to join the Stake.com-backed streaming platform Kick. This is in line with a previous announcement in which Asmongold confirmed his intention to stream on multiple platforms. Asmongold Joined the Kick Family On June 1, Kick confirmed that Asmongold has become the […]
Esports
April 18, 2025
FIFA Blamed for Increase in Underage Gambling in UK
GambleAware, a UK-based independent charity that works to prevent gambling-related harm, sparked a national debate regarding the growing number of teens and children engaging in gambling, with many people blaming FIFA for the trend. FIFA Among Factors Contributing to Underage Gambling, People Say The organization has recently launched a striking installation in London featuring 85,000 […]
Esports
March 24, 2025
Study Finds In-Game Spending on Roblox Has Negative Impact on Children
A study by the University of Sydney highlights how children struggle with misleading in-game spending features in Roblox and urges for more regulation. Study Examines the Effects of Roblox In-Game Purchases on Children Roblox is one of the largest gaming platforms globally, attracting more monthly users than both the Nintendo Switch and Sony PlayStation combined. […]
Industry
February 25, 2025
PEGI Agrees to Lower Balatro and Luck Be A Landlord’s Age Rating
The Pan European Game Information (PEGI), a European organization tasked with rating video games, has lowered the age rating of indie hits Balatro and Luck Be A Landlord to 12+. This is a major win for the two titles, which have been struggling because of their gambling themes. In addition to that, PEGI agreed to […]
Industry
February 21, 2025
Study Suggests Links Between Loot Boxes and Behavioral Addiction
Computers in Human Behavior, a monthly peer-reviewed academic journal, published a new study on the effect of loot boxes on video gamers’ mental health. The study was carried out by a group of researchers from Nottingham Trent University (UK), Flinders University (Australia), ELTE Eötvös Loránd University (Hungary), and the University of Gibraltar. It suggested links […]
Esports
February 13, 2025
Overwatch 2 to Reintroduce Loot Boxes Due to Popular Demand
Overwatch is once again getting loot boxes, Blizzard Entertainment announced. Answering a popular demand, the company decided to reimplement the controversial mechanic, which had so far been missing from the franchise’s second entry, Overwatch 2. Paid Loot Boxes Have Been Compared to Gambling Loot boxes are a controversial video game mechanic where players can open […]
Legal
January 20, 2025
Genshin Impact Dev Faces $20M FTC Fine over Loot Boxes
Cognosphere, the developer of the famous gacha game Genshin Impact risks a $20 million penalty over violations related to loot boxes. Genshin Impact Under Fire for Violations Genshin Impact, in classical gacha game style, offers randomized prizes to its players. Originating from the Japanese gachapon machines, the term gacha designates titles where players can spend […]
