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15 May 2018

Belgium Threatens Criminal Prosecution Over Loot Boxes

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According to a recent report the Belgian Gaming Commission has recommended criminal prosecution against certain game companies due to the allegedly illegal use of loot boxes.
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According to a recent report the Belgian Gaming Commission has recommended criminal prosecution against certain game companies due to the allegedly illegal use of loot boxes. We have previously written on reports from Belgium and Netherlands. We are continuing to monitor this situation for updates.

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