Monster Hunter World Loot Boxes

Are Loot Boxes Going Away?

And despite the time it has taken, its still not certain loot boxes will disappear. Despite more and more countries moving to regulate or ban the sector, revenues driven by the sector are still predicted to rise 33 per cent by 2025.

Why are Loot Boxes being Banned?

The ban is a part of the Youth Protection Act, which seeks to defend minors from being incentivized to make purchases or perform gamblinglike acts in video games . While loot boxes are not being banned outright, games that contain loot boxes will now be classified with a higher age rating in Germany.

What is the Purpose of Loot Boxes?

Loot boxes are virtual treasure chests containing undisclosed items that can be used in games. These might be ways of customising characters or weapons ('skins'). These contents may affect progress through the game, or simply be designed to convey status.

Where are Loot Crates Banned?

The use of loot boxes by game developers has caused controversy in many other countries around the globe, including the U.S, Germany, and the U.K., and is currently considered illegal in Belgium and the Netherlands.

Are Loot Boxes Illegal?

Although there have been efforts in the United States to regulate loot box es through legislation —and a Federal Trade Commission workshop raised the issue of loot box regulation— currently no legal consensus exists in the United States around the illegality of loot boxes.

Are Loot Boxes Predatory?

Loot boxes have been linked to problem gambling habits. To protect adolescents from these predatory practices, federal legislation that prohibits loot box practices in video games deemed suitable for adolescents is necessary.