重點資訊
Representative Ritchie Torres of New York has introduced the Power To The Players Act in Congress. This proposed legislation aims to ensure that consumers truly own the video games they purchase, rather than merely holding a licensing agreement.
The bill mandates that the Federal Trade Commission establish regulations to protect consumer ownership rights. Additionally, it would require developers to implement an offline mode before they are permitted to shut down supporting servers for their titles.
Rep. Torres highlighted NBA 2K25 as a primary concern, noting that its upcoming server shutdown on December 31st will render the game unplayable. He argued that current practices effectively turn sales into rentals, as games become inaccessible once companies pull the plug.
This legislative effort follows broader industry concerns, including Sony's plans to phase out physical discs by 2028. The proposal mirrors the Protect Our Games Act in Pennsylvania, which suggests requirements for offline modes or partial refunds when games are sunset.
