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The Controversy Surrounding Loot Boxes: EA’s Legal Struggles and the Future of In-Game Monetization
In recent years, loot boxes have become a hot-button issue within the gaming community and across the globe. These virtual “gambling” mechanics, which allow players to purchase randomized rewards ranging from costumes and weapons to entire characters, have sparked controversy due to their gambling-like nature and potentially addictive qualities. One of the most prominent companies associated with loot box controversy is Electronic Arts (EA), a giant in the gaming industry.