Representative Ritchie Torres (NY-15) is set to introduce the Power To The Players Act, which aims to protect video game ownership rights. The legislation will direct the Federal Trade Commission to create regulations ensuring that consumers own the games they purchase, rather than just holding a license. This move comes in response to the trend of digital-only games, which can be removed from access at the company's discretion. The bill also requires games with online features to include offline modes before server shutdowns.
Key facts
- Rep. Ritchie Torres announced the Power To The Players Act.
- The bill aims to protect consumers' rights to own video games.
- NBA 2K25 will be delisted on October 30 and its servers shut down on December 31.
- The legislation requires offline modes for games with online functionality.
- Consumers would gain ownership rights rather than just a license.
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