Current Events > The regulation of lootboxes in gaming is an assault on free expression.

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SGT_Conti 02/27/18 5:22:33 PM #1:	http://metro.co.uk/2018/02/27/game-developers-call-loot-box-restrictions-censorship-ahead-gdc-conference-7345157/ Global gains against game censorship are suddenly at risk from a combination of actions against our industry. With the World Health Organization classifying gaming disorder a mental health condition and burgeoning legislation around the world against loot boxes, a handful of government officials again wield outsized power over our creative and business decisions. What are developers to do? Join us for a discussion on how we can protect our rights. --- "I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be." <cite>SGT_Conti posted [p:896882107] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote>http://metro.co.uk/2018/02/27/game-developers-call-loot-box-restrictions-censorship-ahead-gdc-conference-7345157/ Global gains against game censorship are suddenly at risk from a combination of actions against our industry. With the World Health Organization classifying gaming disorder a mental health condition and burgeoning legislation around the world against loot boxes, a handful of government officials again wield outsized power over our creative and business decisions. What are developers to do? Join us for a discussion on how we can protect our rights.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Bat178 02/27/18 5:27:10 PM #2:	Stop being greedy bitches and include everything in the games from day 1 like you use to, for one. --- Awww, isn't that cute? He thinks he can beat me! <cite>Bat178 posted [p:896882372] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote>Stop being greedy bitches and include everything in the games from day 1 like you use to, for one.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Darksaber310 02/27/18 5:29:30 PM #3:	You want lootboxes, cosmetic DLC's, charging for things to stop? Then games can't cost as much as a NES cart did. Advocate for price increases and they can recoup losses. Until then games for charity continues where the real meat is post launch. --- Once again snatching defeat, From the jaws of victory. <cite>Darksaber310 posted [p:896882516] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote>You want lootboxes, cosmetic DLC's, charging for things to stop? Then games can't cost as much as a NES cart did. Advocate for price increases and they can recoup losses. Until then games for charity continues where the real meat is post launch.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
tainted_emerald 02/27/18 5:29:32 PM #4:	Yeah, if the casino lobbies can't do shit about regulations, I really don't see the game industry faring any better. Especially since most gamers complain about loot boxes. --- "Evil is what you make of it. Bind it to a higher purpose and you would have altered its nature. We use what tools we must." - Gerald Tarrant <cite>tainted_emerald posted [p:896882519] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote>Yeah, if the casino lobbies can't do shit about regulations, I really don't see the game industry faring any better. Especially since most gamers complain about loot boxes.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Darmik 02/27/18 5:29:48 PM #5:	I think people can stop with the whole narrative that developers are being forced into this by publishers considering stuff like this. --- Kind Regards, Darmik <cite>Darmik posted [p:896882533] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote>I think people can stop with the whole narrative that developers are being forced into this by publishers considering stuff like this.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
BLAKUboy 02/27/18 5:32:30 PM #6:	Lootboxes are literally gambling and they should legally be treated as such. --- Aeris dies if she takes more damage than her current HP - Panthera http://signavatar.com/26999_s.png <cite>BLAKUboy posted [p:896882673] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote>Lootboxes are literally gambling and they should legally be treated as such.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Kaname_Madoka 02/27/18 5:32:51 PM #7:	Darksaber310 posted... You want lootboxes, cosmetic DLC's, charging for things to stop? Then games can't cost as much as a NES cart did. Advocate for price increases and they can recoup losses. Until then games for charity continues where the real meat is post launch. this tbh --- Drawn for me: Volkswagen_Bros, ShinobiNinjaX, Popcorn_Fairy + Nayr626. https://imgur.com/gallery/B4o8m dont lose your wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy <cite>Kaname_Madoka posted [p:896882692] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote><cite>Darksaber310 posted...</cite> <quote>You want lootboxes, cosmetic DLC's, charging for things to stop? Then games can't cost as much as a NES cart did. Advocate for price increases and they can recoup losses. Until then games for charity continues where the real meat is post launch.</quote> this tbh</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
DavidWong 02/27/18 5:34:37 PM #8:	Lootboxes should: 1) divulge % chance to receive an item. 2) not be purchasable for real life $$$. In game currency is fine Then they can stay. Otherwise get rid of them --- Nice guy? I don't give a s*. Good father? F* you! Go home and play with your kids. If you want to work here, close! <cite>DavidWong posted [p:896882799] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote>Lootboxes should: 1) divulge % chance to receive an item. 2) not be purchasable for real life $$$. In game currency is fine Then they can stay. Otherwise get rid of them</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
ZombiePelican 02/27/18 5:38:11 PM #9:	Darmik posted... I think people can stop with the whole narrative that developers are being forced into this by publishers considering stuff like this. You do realize he's probably acting as a mouthpiece for a publisher, right? --- https://i.imgur.com/SiKIsHD.jpg https://i.imgur.com/V62ygzP.jpg https://i.imgur.com/M0MRS6S.gifv https://i.imgur.com/Lc56ify.jpg <cite>ZombiePelican posted [p:896883020] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote><cite>Darmik posted...</cite> <quote>I think people can stop with the whole narrative that developers are being forced into this by publishers considering stuff like this.</quote> You do realize he's probably acting as a mouthpiece for a publisher, right?</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
darkjedilink 02/27/18 5:51:54 PM #10:	BLAKUboy posted... Lootboxes are literally gambling and they should legally be treated as such. I don't get real money back, so it literally isn't. --- 'It's okay that those gangbangers stole all my personal belongings and cash at gunpoint, cuz they're building a rec center!' - OneTimeBen <cite>darkjedilink posted [p:896883854] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote><cite>BLAKUboy posted...</cite> <quote>Lootboxes are literally gambling and they should legally be treated as such.</quote> I don't get real money back, so it literally isn't.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
ZombiePelican 02/27/18 5:53:24 PM #11:	darkjedilink posted... BLAKUboy posted... Lootboxes are literally gambling and they should legally be treated as such. I don't get real money back, so it literally isn't. Sorry but when major publishers are using the same tactics as casinos in their games, your argument doesn't have a leg to stand on --- https://i.imgur.com/SiKIsHD.jpg https://i.imgur.com/V62ygzP.jpg https://i.imgur.com/M0MRS6S.gifv https://i.imgur.com/Lc56ify.jpg <cite>ZombiePelican posted [p:896883936] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote><cite>darkjedilink posted...</cite> <quote><cite>BLAKUboy posted...</cite> <quote>Lootboxes are literally gambling and they should legally be treated as such.</quote> I don't get real money back, so it literally isn't.</quote> Sorry but when major publishers are using the same tactics as casinos in their games, your argument doesn't have a leg to stand on</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
SatanicHalibut 02/28/18 7:55:34 AM #12:	darkjedilink posted... BLAKUboy posted... Lootboxes are literally gambling and they should legally be treated as such. I don't get real money back, so it literally isn't. coughs https://www.pcgamer.com/csgo-dragon-lore-awp-skin-sells-for-more-than-61000/ --- https://imgtc.com/i/bpVgr17.jpg https://i.imgtc.com/34l7l92.jpg https://imgtc.com/i/pqP4vI2.jpg https://i.imgtc.com/GPjwyJX.jpg <cite>SatanicHalibut posted [p:896916824] in The regula... [t:76364226]...</cite> <quote><cite>darkjedilink posted...</cite> <quote><cite>BLAKUboy posted...</cite> <quote>Lootboxes are literally gambling and they should legally be treated as such.</quote> I don't get real money back, so it literally isn't.</quote> coughs https://www.pcgamer.com/csgo-dragon-lore-awp-skin-sells-for-more-than-61000/</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
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