Steam adds the harsh truth that you're buying "a license," not the game itself

Valve's checkout update highlights the importance of understanding digital ownership as consumers now must acknowledge that purchases grant only a license, not full ownership.

California’s AB2426 law makes it clear that digital goods aren’t owned in the traditional sense, altering how retailers must communicate the nature of these purchases.

The law implies that digital goods are licensed rather than owned, fundamentally shifting assumptions for consumers about what it means to 'buy' a game.

With digital products, terms like 'buy' and 'purchase' now come with legal strings attached, ensuring users recognize the limitations of their digital purchases.

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