The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, will pay $520 million to settle allegations of violating children's privacy laws and using dark patterns to trick millions of gamers into making unintentional in-game purchases.
@BleepingComputer that's a tough move. Maybe in 2023 we'll see more actions like this.
@en3py @BleepingComputer Although I don't like this kind of big gov overreach, but in this case it's there is a merit to it, there are so many kids becoming addicted to online gaming and in-game purchases it's a disaster!
I saw my friend's kid cry like he is dying to get 20 bucks to buy online avatar skin. (not to buy food, clothes or go out with his friends).
That choked me a lot and made question of if I should get kids some day.
@voidabyss @BleepingComputer exactly my point: the greed of some companies shouldn't bring damage to people, especially the weak ones like kids. Also the addiction created by the game is worth of attention.