So Belgium declares lootboxes in games as Gambling

in gaming •  7 years ago  (edited)

This is a great step, because, let's be honest - lootboxes are just money grabs in games and unnecessary.

Now Belgium declares loot boxes gambling and therefore illegal

Source: https://www.eurogamer.net/amp/2018-04-25-now-belgium-declares-loot-boxes-gambling-and-therefore-illegal

Good

  • Wake up call for game developers

Bad

  • It's Belgium... with 11m people. Doubt it'll be enough to make an impact.
  • They have to get a VPN to get access to AAA games

Fun

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Found on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/news/comments/8evx2j/belgium_declares_loot_boxes_gambling_and/dxyoynu/


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yes I really agree, the spirit is always friends

I agree. Belgium doesn't have a large population, but it is the headquarters of the European Union and NATO. There maybe ripples in Europe because of this. Not sure how likely, but I would say the chance is at least 25%.

I know people that drop a ton of cash on lootboxes. It's mind boggling. I try hard not to buy them. Do you buy lootboxes?