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EU loot box and pay-to-win rules
Digital Fairness Act proposal, Nov 11, 2026.
What it is
A proposal, not law
The European Commission published the Digital Fairness Act on Nov 11. Parliament and member states must still agree. Official.
Everyone
Real prices for V-Bucks
Items bought with paid currency must also show their real-money value. Article 14. Official proposal.
Under-18s
No paid loot boxes
Paid loot boxes, card packs and wheels of fortune may not be offered to minors. Everyone gets an off switch. Article 15.
Under-18s
No pay-to-win
Purchases needed to progress or win may not be offered to minors. Article 16. Official proposal.
When
2028+
Rules apply 12 months after the law enters into force. Our estimate for the earliest real date.
Full explainer
What changes for your games
EA FC, Fortnite, Roblox, gacha and GTA Online, article by article.
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