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PEGI begins moving existing digital-only games with loot boxes up to a 16 rating - GamesIndustry.biz

Published by GamesIndustry.biz By Vikki Blake · 19 October 2026 at 22:12
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PEGI begins moving existing digital-only games with loot boxes up to a 16 rating - GamesIndustry.biz
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Existing digital-only games that include paid random items, such as loot boxes, are being re-rated PEGI 16 if they curr…

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