Valve Sued for Illegal Gambling in Loot Boxes
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A new class action lawsuit targets Valve Corporation, alleging an illegal gambling operation through paid loot boxes in games like Counter-Strike, Dota 2, and Team Fortress 2. Players claim they spent real money on keys to open these boxes but received virtual items worth far less. The suit argues this setup breaks Washington state gambling recovery laws and amounts to unjust enrichment, seeking back all money spent, plus damages, restitution, legal fees, and a jury trial. This case could impact how game companies monetize random reward systems.
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