ESA Says Bill Pushing For Offline Versions Of Live-Service Games Would Hurt Developers
The Entertainment Software Association is contesting new legislation in California that would mandate developers of online games that are discontinuing to provide extensive notice in advance, issue refunds, and enable their games to be played offline. Proposed by Democratic Assemblymember Chris Ward, Assembly Bill 1921 would necessitate game developers to “relay specified information to buyers and potential buyers of a digital game 60 days prior to the operator stopping service.” When that server-closure date arrives…
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