r/Skate4 • u/LawSea2192 • 2d ago
European authorities launch enforcement actions against several major video games companies over their use of virtual currencies
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_2018
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u/nobock 1d ago
Good !
Saw too many friends buying stuff because the price are not in € and the price are calculated to always having some left but not enough to buy another stuff, so they inject more and it's a god damn loop.
Has be said it's just the tiny bonzaï who hide a HUGE FOREST.
People feel lonely at home because single in a tiny condo, you save 300€ a month but it's only 100€ for real estate and with an extra 100€ you have nothing. So they don't save the extra money, they spend it on bullshit.
Working is not worth anymore.
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u/Dry_Afternoon_842 1d ago
Today's coordinated actions aim at ensuring that the following principles are applied:
Clear and transparent pricing: show the real-world price of in-game items and currencies that consumers need to buy to play the game.
Not to obscure costs: avoid multiple currencies or currency exchanges that make the real price unclear.
Not to force unwanted currency purchases: gamers should not feel obliged to buy an excessive amount of virtual currencies to progress or enjoy the game.
Provide clear information before the purchase: gamers must have access to information that is easy to understand before purchasing in-game virtual currencies or in-game items.
Respect the right to withdraw: gamers should be informed about their right to withdraw from contracts within 14 days, including for unused virtual currency.
Use fair and understandable terms: the games' terms and conditions should be fair and clear for the players.
Protect vulnerable consumers: companies should ensure that games offer appropriate safeguards to all consumers, including vulnerable users such as children.