Counter-Strike 2
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New York sues Valve over loot boxes, alleges gambling law violations
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against Valve, alleging that loot boxes in Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2 promote illegal gambling and harm minors. The lawsuit seeks to stop Valve's promotion of illegal gambling and impose fines, citing the company's billions in profits from these in-game mechanics.
Valve accused of "letting children and adults alike illegally gamble" via loot boxes in New York state lawsuit
New York State Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against Valve, alleging the company violates gambling laws through loot boxes in games like Counter-Strike 2 and Team Fortress 2. The lawsuit seeks to stop Valve from promoting these features, disgorge ill-gotten gains, and impose fines, citing potential harm and addiction, especially to young people.
New York sues Valve over "illegally promoting gambling" for loot boxes
New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued Valve, alleging that the company illegally promotes gambling through loot boxes in games like Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2. The lawsuit claims these mechanics, which allow players to buy chances for valuable virtual items that can be sold for real money, are akin to slot machines and are particularly harmful to minors. Valve is accused of facilitating third-party marketplaces for these items and profiting significantly from this practice.
Valve is getting sued in New York, this time over loot boxes in Counter Strike and Dota 2
The New York State Attorney General, Letitia James, is suing Valve, alleging that the company facilitates illegal gambling through loot boxes in Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2. The lawsuit claims that Valve profits from allowing "children and adults" to gamble on virtual items with real-world value, potentially leading to addiction. The state is seeking to permanently stop Valve's alleged illegal conduct and obtain restitution and damages for consumers.
New York sues Valve over loot box-driven gambling
New York has filed a lawsuit against Valve, alleging the company illegally promotes gambling through video games popular with children and teenagers. The suit targets Valve's loot box ecosystem, which the state's attorney general equates to unregulated gambling, citing games like Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2. The lawsuit aims to halt Valve's alleged illegal conduct and protect New York residents from the harms of gambling addiction.
Arc Raiders has proven that extraction shooters can be popular, with over 4 million copies sold in under two weeks
Embark Studios' extraction shooter Arc Raiders has achieved over 4 million copies sold in just over 10 days since its October 30 launch. The game also broke its own concurrent player records, reaching over 700,000 players across all platforms and peaking at 462,488 on Steam. Embark Studios has released a roadmap for upcoming content, including new maps, units, and gameplay items.
The best FPS games 2026: genre-defining shooters
This article lists and describes the best First-Person Shooter (FPS) games available on PC, highlighting their unique features and impact on the genre. It covers a range of titles from classics like Half-Life 2 and Quake to modern hits such as Valorant and Doom: The Dark Ages, also touching on upcoming releases.
Arc Raiders server slam Steam numbers prove the extraction shooter is gonna be October's other major game
The recent server slam event for Arc Raiders, developed by Embark Studios, saw a peak of 189,668 concurrent players on Steam, indicating significant player interest. The game's standard edition also charted as a top seller, suggesting strong commercial potential ahead of its October 30 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Best gaming PC 2026
This guide recommends the best gaming PCs for 2026, catering to various budgets and needs. It highlights top picks like the iBUYPOWER RDY Y70 R17 for overall performance, the Alienware Aurora for mid-range options, and the Corsair One i500 for small form factor builds. The article also provides detailed component breakdowns, performance benchmarks, and advice on choosing the right PC.
CS2 ranks and rating system explained
Counter-Strike 2 introduces a new ranking and rating system with two distinct modes: Competitive and Premier. Competitive mode retains the classic CS:GO ranks, allowing players to choose specific maps and play with parties of up to four. Premier mode, however, uses a CS Rating system based on a global leaderboard after ten placement matches, with map bans and picks preceding each game. The article details the various rank tiers and their corresponding CS Rating equivalents, as well as the impact of factors like party play and Prime Status on the player experience.
25 Best First-Person Shooters You Can’t Miss In 2026
This guide highlights 25 of the best first-person shooter games available, focusing on newer titles that are easily accessible and offer engaging experiences. It covers a range of FPS subgenres, from competitive multiplayer and immersive VR to single-player campaigns with deep stories and unique mechanics.
The Top 3 Esports Games for Betting in 2025
Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, and Dota 2 are identified as the top three esports titles for betting in 2025 due to their frequent tournaments, straightforward betting markets, and strategic depth. The article also notes the significant growth in the overall sports betting market in 2024, with U.S. revenue exceeding $14.2 billion.
