Regulators investigate in-game currency practices at major gaming companies

Updated at: October 2, 2026 at 03:00 AM

As of September 30, 2026, European regulators have taken a bold step toward protecting gamers.

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The EU’s Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network has launched enforcement actions against nine major gaming companies, including Ubisoft, Mojang, and Riot Games.

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Regulators are focusing on the often confusing world of in-game currencies, ensuring that players understand the real-world value of what they purchase.

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The investigation centers on seven key principles for transparency, such as clear pricing, avoiding forced purchases, and better protections for children.

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These actions serve as a precursor to the upcoming Digital Fairness Act, which promises to reshape the gaming landscape permanently, prioritizing player fairness over aggressive monetization.

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What is the primary goal of the EU's enforcement actions against the nine gaming companies?

To ban all in-game microtransactions entirely.

To ensure transparency and fairness in in-game currency practices.

To increase tax revenue from virtual currency sales.

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To ensure transparency and fairness in in-game currency practices.

Which organization is leading these investigations?

The European Union’s Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network.

The Global Software Security Agency.

The United Nations Gaming Commission.

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The European Union’s Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network.

What is one of the 'Key Principles' mentioned in the investigation?

Clear pricing displaying the real-world currency value of items.

Developers are required to offer refunds after 30 days.

Games must be free to download for all users.

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Clear pricing displaying the real-world currency value of items.

Why is Activision Blizzard being investigated separately?

For failing to pay corporate taxes in the EU.

For having too many employees based in the UK.

The review covers broader issues like data collection, parental controls, and addictive design.

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The review covers broader issues like data collection, parental controls, and addictive design.

What future legislation is mentioned as a potential successor to these enforcement actions?

The Digital Fairness Act.

The Global Gaming Fairness Treaty.

The Virtual Goods Security Act.

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The Digital Fairness Act.

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