The thrill of unpredictability has always captivated human nature. From the spinning roulette wheels to the flashing lights of slot machines, casinos have long harnessed this allure. In recent years, ...

Researcher Leon Y. Xiao delivers his annual rundown on lootbox legislation around the world, and how developers and ...

We are back for another look at how different countries are regulating loot boxes. There is certainly less preoccupation with the legal question of whether loot boxes are banned as a form of gambling.

For many shoppers in the early 20th century, mystery box opening was the highlight of their week. Department stores successfully turned a means to offload overstock into an exciting game. This ...

Your eyes are not deceiving you. It’s official: Loot Boxes are returning to the world of Overwatch. As revealed during the Overwatch 2 Spotlight stream, the iconic reward from the original game is ...

LONDON, United Kingdom, November 4, 2025 (EZ Newswire) -- The topic of loot boxes, microtransactions and other types of gambling mechanics in video games is one that is handled differently in ...

A new study of more than 1400 adults who gamble and play online video games has found loot box buying is associated with real-world gambling, video gaming addiction, and other mental health issues.

Blizzard Entertainment is bringing loot boxes back to Overwatch 2, more than two years after stripping them out of the game. Loot boxes will return in season 15 of Overwatch 2, which launches Feb. 18, ...