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New York AG Sues Valve Over Alleged Gambling Loot Boxes

2/26/2026

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed suit against Valve, alleging loot boxes in Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2 promote illegal gambling.
The suit contends the loot-box model violates New York Constitution and Penal Law.
James argues the model resembles gambling and harms children and adolescents.
The suit seeks to halt Valve's practices, recover profits, and impose fines, noting thefts tied to loot-box demand.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed suit against Valve, alleging loot boxes in Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2 promote illegal gambling.
The suit contends the loot-box model violates New York Constitution and Penal Law.
James argues the model resembles gambling and harms children and adolescents.
The suit seeks to halt Valve's practices, recover profits, and impose fines, noting thefts tied to loot-box demand.