New York's attorney general is suing video game developer Valve, claiming the "loot boxes" found in Counter-Strike and other popular video game franchises illegally promote gambling.
The state of New York alleges that Valve's loot boxes and skin trades, worth billions of real-world dollars, operate as an illegal casino.
Tournament organiser BLAST has announced a shakeup to its format for Counter-Strike competitions in 2027 and revealed a packed calendar of events.
New York Attorney General Letitia James files lawsuit against game developer Valve, claiming in-game “Loot Box” feature violates state gambling laws.
International tournament organizer ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) announced Thursday that it has expanded its partnership with ZOWIE.