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Valve Fights NY AG's Lawsuit Over Loot Box Gambling

3/13/2026

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  • Valve plans to contest a lawsuit filed by New York Attorney General Letitia James accusing illegal gambling through loot boxes.
  • Valve argues loot boxes resemble real-world collectibles and do not require opening to enjoy games.
  • Valve opposes proposed regulations such as non-transferable items and stricter age verification.
  • The lawsuit highlights the economic value of in-game items, potentially complicating Valve's defense.