Nathan is a freelance writer, game designer, and researcher based in the UK. He graduated from Edge Hill University with a 1st in Creative Writing, and has since completed a Masters by Research in ...

Loot box regulation intensifies globally as researchers and regulators warn of gambling-like risks, weak disclosures, 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.

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.

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, ...