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(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250219111302.htm) 'Loot box' virtual rewards associated with gambling and video game addiction
Feb 19th 2025, 11:13

A new study of more than 1400 adults who gamble and play online video games has found loot box buying is associated with real-world gambling, video gaming addiction, and other mental health issues. The international research brings new insights into the loot box phenomenon -- the virtual items offered in video games to give players random rewards including weapons, cosmetics or 'skins.'

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