New York Attorney General Sues Valve Over Alleged Promotion of Illegal Gambling
On February 25, 2026, New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against Valve Corporation, alleging that the company’s use of loot boxes in popular video games constitutes illegal gambling, particularly affecting minors. Allegations Against Valve The lawsuit asserts that Valve’s games—including Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2—feature loot boxes that entice …