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New York Sues Valve Over Alleged Loot Box Gambling

3/14/2026

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Story summary
  • New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed suit against Valve Corporation for illegal gambling through loot boxes in Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2.
  • Valve argues loot boxes are cosmetic and do not encourage gambling among minors, opposing changes like restricted transferability and increased data collection.
  • Valve is willing to comply with new laws but says the NYAG's demands exceed legal requirements, and the case will be decided in court.