PEGI ratings for game releases in Europe will be age-restricted if they contain loot boxes
PEGI, the Pan-European Game Information system, is implementing new age rating rules starting June 2026 that will restrict games containing loot boxes and other gambling-like mechanics. The updated criteria will assign ratings such as PEGI 7, 12, 16, or 18 based on the presence and nature of in-game purchases, random items, and communication features. These changes aim to inform parents about potentially addictive or risky game elements.
- Entities
- Company: Blizzard Entertainment
- Topic: Age Rating System
- Company: Valve
- Game: EA Sports FC 24
- Person: Beate Våje
- Topic: In-game Purchases
- Topic: Loot Boxes
- Company: PEGI
- Company: EA Sports
- Game: Diablo Immortal
- Topic: Gambling
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