Lawyers have filed lawsuits against major video game companies like Activision Blizzard and Epic Games, alleging they intentionally design games to be addictive and extract money from players.
The lawsuits claim that these companies use insights from Ph.D. behavioral psychologists and neuroscientists to make games deliberately engaging, fostering a cycle of addiction and financial exploitation.
Among the numerous lawsuits, one parent is suing a small, solo developer over accusations that their game is crafted to be 'as addictive as possible,' highlighting industry-wide concerns.
Amid these legal disputes, firms like Microsoft and Epic Games seek to dismiss the lawsuits, aiming for arbitration, as they navigate the complexities of addiction claims.
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