The EU KIDS Act: What game developers need to know
The proposed EU KIDS Act introduces significant restrictions for online games sold in EU territories, particularly concerning minors under 18. Key provisions include prohibitions on features like login bonuses and penalties for not playing, restrictions on interactions between minors, and new regulations for AI companions. The act also touches upon virtual currency transparency and lootboxes, though their inclusion in the operative text for games is unclear. Game developers must assess how these regulations will impact core gameplay mechanics and design choices.
Games Industry
- Entities
- Monetization
- Youth Protection
- Artificial Intelligence
- EU Commission
- Online Games
- Regulation
- Loot Boxes
- ADVANT Beiten
- Roblox
- Virtual Currency
- Ubisoft
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