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PC Gaming@lemmy.ca · 1 month ago

A new law has been passed in California which prohibits the use of words like "buy" and "purchase" on digital storefronts like Steam.

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A new law has been passed in California which prohibits the use of words like "buy" and "purchase" on digital storefronts like Steam.

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PC Gaming@lemmy.ca · 1 month ago

New law could change how you buy games on Steam

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A new law has been passed in California which prohibits the use of words like "buy" and "purchase" on digital storefronts like Steam.

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No, it’s not just about DRM, currently the storefronts do not guarantee continued access to the content.

For example, Valve can just close your Steam account at their discretion and you would no longer be able to log in or download any of your games

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