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Three class-action lawsuits against Valve Corp. were consolidated to be heard together. More information on the consolidated case is below.
In Re: Valve Loot Box Litigation
26-cv-788, W.D. Wash.
(2026)
Loot boxes in Valve games, including Counter-Strike, Dota, and Team Fortress
Marketing games with loot boxes that constitute illegal gambling under Washington state law
Designing the loot-box opening experience to imitate slot machines and other casino games
Failing to use safeguards, such as age verification and parental consent, to protect children and teens from gambling features
Failing to adequately disclose the odds of receiving items in loot boxes
Pending
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