Loot box spending & problem gambling are linked, researchers say

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Published on April 6, 2021 5:52:47 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_fwPxCIB6M

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A study conducted by researchers in the UK has found a “robustly verified” link between gambling and loot boxes in video games. The study found that up to 40% of children who play games have opened loot boxes. It also said about 5% of players generate half the revenue from these loot boxes, meaning a small number of players are spending an exorbitant amount of money.