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[โ€“] Stovetop@lemmy.world 22 points 3 days ago (1 children)

This should be the legal standard for any game with gatcha/loot box/battle pass microtransactions, in my opinion.

For a game to be authorized to implement random chance into its paid reward structure a la gambling, it should be required to obtain an upfront paid license, complete with a periodic regulatory spot check, and implement age restrictions that comply with local gambling laws.

[โ€“] LostWon@lemmy.ca 9 points 3 days ago

That standard would be an excellent first step. Honestly I think advertising specifically targeted towards kids should be banned in general though.