Mexican lawmakers join the fight for digital games ownership with a new consumer rights initiative
Another country has entered the fray as ongoing debates around digital video game ownership ignite across the world.
Another country has entered the fray as ongoing debates around digital video game ownership ignite across the world.
The short version
- It also pushes for some manner of digital preservation after servers are taken down, allowing those who purchase digital goods to continue playing some form of a game after they are no longer officially supported.
- This aligns with similar goals seen in Californian consumer rights arguments from earlier this year .
- Finally - and perhaps most importantly for Mexican gaming enthusiasts - the pair are pushing for additional accountability for companies that sell digital goods in Mexico.
What happened
At the moment, many of these companies do not have consumer-facing support in Mexico, and this proposition aims to change that by forcing businesses to have a Mexican business address so authorities can intervene if consumer rights issues occur. This push from Colosio and Reyes comes at a time when the shift towards a fully digital gaming landscape is becoming more likely.
Why it matters
With Sony planning to end physical disc support in 2028 , groups like Stop Killing Games have put pressure on the EU to introduce greater consumer rights protections.
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