[ignat980]

Hey HN community,

I've been following this "Stop Killing Games" movement/campaign by the Freeman's Mind series guy, that's been trying to preserve online-only video games after their servers shut down. The latest video updates us on the movement that it could leverage UK consumer protection laws. The video argues that consumers should be informed about the lifespan of games with online dependencies before purchase. This is based on Section 61 of the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008, which requires clear and correct information for consumers to make informed choices.

The campaign has unearthed potential violations by game publishers who fail to disclose when online-dependent games will cease to function. This could compel companies to either provide an end-of-life plan for games or start labeling their expiration dates to avoid misleading consumers. Imagine that?

However, the path forward is murky, with numerous legal questions about reporting violations, potential penalties, and how to enforce these regulations effectively, especially considering the different legal frameworks in Scotland compared to the rest of the UK.

Does anyone here have expertise in UK consumer law, or insights into how we might support this campaign? Any advice on navigating these legal waters would be incredibly helpful.

This could be a turning point in how digital goods are sold and maintained, and it might set a precedent for other regions too. What do you think?