In its most recent report, the Belgian Gaming Commission wants Electronic Arts, Valve, and Activision Blizzard to be criminally prosecuted over loot boxes featured in FIFA 18, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and Overwatch. The BGC considers these illegal gambling, as they involve a monetary wager that could lead to a win or loss.



Other recommendations from the BGC include developing specific permits for video games that feature loot boxes, and marking them accordingly. This is coupled with the suggestion of age verification in stores when purchasing codes or gift cards, and a principal ban on minors being able to purchase games featuring the mechanic.

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Source: [H]ardOCP – Belgian Gaming Commission Recommends Criminal Prosecution over Illegal Loot Boxes