New York sues Steam parent Valve for allegedly promoting illegal gambling, says: Children are getting addicted to…
New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued Valve, alleging its Steam platform's "loot boxes" constitute illegal gambling and expose children to addiction. The lawsuit claims these in-game purchases, particularly in popular titles like Counter-Strike, resemble slot machines and generate significant revenue for Valve. James seeks restitution and penalties, highlighting concerns about young users' exposure to gambling-like mechanics.
New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued Valve, alleging its Steam platform's "loot boxes" constitute illegal gambling and expose children to addiction. The lawsuit claims these in-game purchases, particularly in popular titles like Counter-Strike, resemble slot machines and generate significant revenue for Valve. James seeks restitution and penalties, highlighting concerns about young users' exposure to gambling-like mechanics.
