Italy vs. Activision Blizzard: What ‘Misleading and Aggressive’ Game Design Means for Child Mental Health
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Italy vs. Activision Blizzard: What ‘Misleading and Aggressive’ Game Design Means for Child Mental Health

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2026-02-25
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Italy's AGCM is probing Activision Blizzard for 'misleading and aggressive' microtransactions that can fuel gaming addiction, anxiety, and family stress.

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