EU Set to Review ‘Stop Killing Games’ Petition After Milestone, Industry Opposition Emerges

The ‘Stop Killing Games’ initiative is poised for a significant review by the European Union after its petition surpassed 1.2 million signatures as of July 6, pushing the critical debate on digital game ownership to the forefront. Launched by Ross Scott, the movement aims to establish legislation ensuring video games remain accessible even after developer support ends, a direct response to controversial actions like Ubisoft’s 2024 delisting of The Crew and revocation of player licenses.

Despite reaching the required threshold for EU consideration, the petition faces immediate hurdles. Scott himself has highlighted concerns over potentially invalid signatures, emphasizing the need for a buffer to ensure legitimacy within the government process. Simultaneously, a powerful European advocacy group representing major publishers like Electronic Arts, Microsoft, and Nintendo has voiced strong opposition. They argue that the initiative could compromise player data security, facilitate illegal content, and significantly increase development costs for online-only titles, potentially stifling innovation and availability in Europe. The coming months will determine the fate of this landmark effort to redefine consumer rights in the digital gaming landscape.

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