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English => News => Topic started by: Redaktion on February 26, 2026, 00:43:43

Title: Valve sued for promoting gambling with loot boxes in Steam games like Counter-Strike and Dota
Post by: Redaktion on February 26, 2026, 00:43:43
Valve may be in legal hot water, with New York filing a lawsuit against the gaming giant. The state's Attorney General contends that loot boxes in Steam games like Counter-Strike 2 legitimize gambling. Players, desperate to acquire rare skins and other cosmetics, spend money irresponsibly.

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Title: Re: Valve sued for promoting gambling with loot boxes in Steam games like Counter-Strike and Dota
Post by: Trent on February 26, 2026, 12:36:50
Leave Valve alone already! The only normal company that respects gamers. Better sue Ubisoft or EA!
Title: Re: Valve sued for promoting gambling with loot boxes in Steam games like Counter-Strike and Dota
Post by: assasin1773 on February 26, 2026, 14:00:19
Quote from: Trent on February 26, 2026, 12:36:50Leave Valve alone already! The only normal company that respects gamers. Better sue Ubisoft or EA!
it is hillarious
sue companies that actually make games
Title: Re: Valve sued for promoting gambling with loot boxes in Steam games like Counter-Strike and Dota
Post by: Trent on February 26, 2026, 14:06:23
Quote from: assasin1773 on February 26, 2026, 14:00:19
Quote from: Trent on February 26, 2026, 12:36:50Leave Valve alone already! The only normal company that respects gamers. Better sue Ubisoft or EA!
it is hillarious
sue companies that actually make games
Just count how many games with lootboxes they have compared to Valve..
Title: Re: Valve sued for promoting gambling with loot boxes in Steam games like Counter-Strike and Dota
Post by: Bill Paul on October 08, 2026, 04:21:23
I can understand why this has become a legal issue. Loot boxes can feel harmless at first, but spending repeatedly for a chance at a rare item can add up quickly. I think the main thing is being clear about the risks and keeping a strict budget. I've also seen discussions around FoxSlots casino (https://fox-slots-casino.com/), where I'd apply the same approach and check the terms before playing.
Title: Re: Valve sued for promoting gambling with loot boxes in Steam games like Counter-Strike and Dota
Post by: righteously so on October 08, 2026, 12:25:09
Nothing against VALVE, but loot boxes, promoted or not, is gambling.
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