QuickQuickNew York Sues Valve Over Loot Boxes as Gambling
AI-curated by Q²N · Updated February 26, 2026
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against Valve, claiming that the company's loot box systems in games like Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2 constitute illegal gambling. The lawsuit argues that this model, which charges players for a chance to win valuable items based on luck, violates New York's Constitution and Penal Law. The Attorney General is seeking to permanently halt Valve's promotion of these gambling features, recover profits gained from them, and impose fines for the alleged legal violations. This case highlights ongoing concerns regarding the legality and ethical implications of loot boxes in video games. For more details, visit The Verge.
- New York AG Letitia James sues Valve over loot boxes.
- Claims loot boxes are illegal gambling under state law.
- Seeks to stop Valve from promoting gambling features.
- Demands recovery of profits and fines for violations.
- Highlights ongoing debates about loot boxes in gaming.
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