California Bill Fights "Server Shutdowns" for Bought Games - briefly
(hx) 12:10 AM CEST - May,12 2026
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California's Assembly Bill 1921, known as the Protect Our Games Act, aims to protect gamers from sudden server shutdowns. For paid digital games sold after January 1, 2027, companies must give 60 days' notice and offer an offline patch or full refund if they end essential online services.
The bill does not force companies to run servers forever but ensures buyers can still play the core game.
The Entertainment Software Association opposes it, citing high costs, technical issues, and potential harm to innovation.
Supporters, including the Stop Killing Games campaign, call it basic consumer protection for expensive purchases.
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Updated:09:43 AM CEST May,12
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