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Gamer rights group seeks law against server shutdowns

A gamer-rights group is advocating for legislation to prevent game publishers from shutting down servers for games that players have already purchased. This issue arises when companies discontinue online services, effectively rendering purchased games unplayable. The movement aims to establish consumer protections against such practices. AI

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a significant policy push by a group advocating for new legislation. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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