Games with loot boxes and other "paid random items" re-rated PEGI 16 as new rules come into force, hopefully cutting down on kids gambling somewhat
European ratings board PEGI has updated its rules, re-rating games with loot boxes and other paid random items to a minimum of PEGI 16. This change aims to reduce the accessibility of predatory mechanics to younger players. While the focus is on paid random items, other proposed changes regarding NFTs and battle passes are also mentioned.
- Entities
- Company: Valve
- Game: Fire Emblem Heroes
- Game: Pokémon TCG Pocket
- Topic: NFTs
- Topic: Loot Boxes
- Topic: Gacha Mechanics
- Company: PEGI
- Topic: Paid Random Items
- Topic: Battle Pass
- Topic: Gambling
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