The German Gambling Authority is set to conduct a comprehensive review of the law governing loot boxes, potentially leading to a nationwide ban. The regulator is advocating for oversight and scrutiny of loot boxes, in-game features providing random content to players, with the aim of safeguarding children and youth against gambling elements in various online games.
The ongoing debate revolves around the legal classification of loot boxes and their relationship with both gambling and betting laws. The German authorities plan to engage in discussions with representatives from all federal states, addressing the issue of whether the continued sale and purchase of these in-game items should be permitted in the country.
Notably, the state of Bremen has actively explored the possibility of banning loot boxes in several popular games, submitting two proposals to Parliament to restrict access to in-game purchases.
