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New NGOs Launch Stop Killing Games Campaign with Katzner at Helm

2/21/2026

Summary

Scott Evaluates NGOs

Ross Scott expressed mixed feelings about the impact of the newly launched NGOs for the Stop Killing Games campaign.
He noted advantages include long-term lobbying and a persistent advocacy presence.
Moritz Katzner, a German political operative, will lead the EU NGO and advise the U.S. branch.
Katzner traveled to Washington D.C. to initiate legislative actions in several states.
Scott emphasized that the movement will continue regardless of his personal involvement.

Summary

Scott Launches NGOs

The Stop Killing Games campaign launched two NGOs, one in the European Union and one in the United States, to address refunds after terminated games.
Advocate Ross Scott announced the development in a video, signaling potential for lobbying and watchdog actions.
The petition has 1.3 million signatures, prompting the European Union to consider the issue.
The campaign plans expansion into Australia and Brazil, despite Scott's skepticism about U.S. changes.

History

Historical Context

The Stop Killing Games movement emerged in 2024 after Ubisoft's shutdown of The Crew, a game reliant on online servers. This initiative, led by Ross Scott, aims to ensure video games remain playable post-discontinuation. By 2025, it garnered over 1.4 million signatures for a European Citizens' Initiative, reflecting a growing consumer advocacy trend that may influence digital consumer protections worldwide.

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Scott Evaluates NGOs

Ross Scott expressed mixed feelings about the impact of the newly launched NGOs for the Stop Killing Games campaign.
He noted advantages include long-term lobbying and a persistent advocacy presence.
Moritz Katzner, a German political operative, will lead the EU NGO and advise the U.S. branch.
Katzner traveled to Washington D.C. to initiate legislative actions in several states.
Scott emphasized that the movement will continue regardless of his personal involvement.

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