What happened: From June, the Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) system will assign a minimum age rating of 16 to games containing loot boxes.
Why it matters:
- This change aims to protect younger players from potentially exploitative in-game purchases.
- Game developers and publishers will need to comply with the new rating to sell their products across Europe.
MNN Take: PEGI's updated rating reflects growing concerns about loot boxes and their impact on players, ensuring clearer guidance for consumers and regulators.
Sources: BBC Technology