Apple Now Requires App Store Games To Disclose Loot Box Odds

Apple Now Requires App Store Games To Disclose Loot Box Odds

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https://www.gamespot.com/articles/apple-now-requires-app-store-games-to-disclose-loo/1100-6455782/

Loot boxes have arguably been the biggest controversy in gaming this year, especially with regards to the boxes in Star Wars: Battlefront II. It seems that Apple has taken note of the backlash, as it's implemented more stringent regulations on loot box systems.

Apple updated its App Store requirements recently, adding a clause that forces developers to disclose loot box odds. Now, games with random rewards available for purchase must tell players the chances of getting each type of item in a loot box.

Apple Now Requires App Store Games To Disclose Loot Box Odds

Dec 21, 2017, 11:29pm UTC
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/apple-now-requires-app-store-games-to-disclose-loo/1100-6455782/ >Loot boxes have arguably been the biggest controversy in gaming this year, especially with regards to the boxes in Star Wars: Battlefront II. It seems that Apple has taken note of the backlash, as it's implemented more stringent regulations on loot box systems. >Apple updated its App Store requirements recently, adding a clause that forces developers to disclose loot box odds. Now, games with random rewards available for purchase must tell players the chances of getting each type of item in a loot box.