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Proposed Bill Seeks to Grant Video Game Buyers Ownership Rights

Rep. Ritchie Torres has introduced the Power to Players Act, which aims to ensure that video game purchases grant consumers ownership rights. The bill addresses concerns about games becoming unplayable after server shutdowns, citing NBA 2K25 as a specific example.

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Rep. Ritchie Torres has introduced the Power to Players Act, which aims to ensure that video game purchases grant consumers ownership rights. The bill addresses concerns about games becoming unplayable after server shutdowns, citing NBA 2K25 as a specific example.

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US Rep proposes bill to give video game buyers "ownership," not "a license"

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Proposed Bill Seeks to Grant Video Game Buyers Ownership Rights