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California bill advances to protect players' access to online games

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California lawmakers are advancing a bill that would require game publishers to provide players with access to online games even after they are no longer actively supported. Introduced as the "Protect Our Games Act," the legislation mandates publishers to give 60 days' notice before shutting down essential services, and to offer a refund, a playable patch, or a version of the game that functions independently. This bill, which has progressed through several committees and is nearing a floor vote in the State Assembly, aims to address the issue of digital games becoming inaccessible once their online infrastructure is discontinued. AI

IMPACT Minimal direct impact on AI operators, but sets precedent for digital ownership and preservation policies.

RANK_REASON A significant legislative effort is progressing through a state assembly concerning digital game preservation and player rights. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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California bill advances to protect players' access to online games

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Ian Carlos Campbell) ·

    California lawmakers are working on a bill to preserve access to online games

    Game preservation group Stop Killing Games advised on the bill.

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