The California State Assembly passed the Protect Our Games Act by a 43 to 16 vote. The bill addresses consumer rights for video games as outlined by the Stop Killing Games movement.
The legislation, known as AB 1921, requires video game companies to give players advance notice before shutting down server-dependent games. It also mandates options to keep purchased games playable afterward, such as offline access or community servers.
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A federal judge in the Northern District of California has granted preliminary approval to a $7.85 million class-action settlement against Sony Interactive Entertainment over alleged anticompetitive practices on the PlayStation Store. Eligible US PlayStation Network users who bought certain digital games or vouchers from April 1, 2019, to December 31, 2023, could receive automatic store credits or refunds, even if accounts are inactive (contact lawyers if former user). A final fairness hearing is set for October 15, 2026.
A proposed law requiring game publishers to offer refunds or playable patches for supported online titles has cleared a major committee hurdle in the state Assembly. The measure, known as the Protect Our Games Act, would apply to games released on or after January 1, 2027.
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The Entertainment Software Association has spoken out against a proposed consumer protection law in California that would require game companies to offer offline versions, patches, or refunds when online services end.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed legislation prohibiting so-called assault firearms. In her signing statement, she acknowledged the measure covers some hunting models and pledged to clarify the language. The move follows recent Democratic control of the state government.
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The Senate Economy Commission discussed a bill to regulate online betting platforms on Tuesday, following an SII resolution on tax collection.