Should Loot Box Systems Have Age Restrictions Due to Gambling Concerns?

[killamch89]

With the growing controversy around loot box mechanics in video games, many are debating whether they should be restricted based on age. Given the potential for these systems to encourage gambling-like behavior, should games with loot boxes implement age restrictions, similar to how we regulate gambling? Would this protect younger players, or is it overreach?

[Scorpion]

Implementing age restrictions on loot boxes seems wise to protect young players from gambling-like behaviors, balancing regulation with personal choice.

[killamch89]

There should absolutely be age restrictions. Loot boxes operate on the same principles as gambling, exploiting psychological mechanics to encourage spending. Protecting younger players from these practices seems like a reasonable step, especially since they're more impressionable.