Microsoft and Epic Games Sued Over Video Game Addiction - Insider Gaming
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Microsoft, Epic Games, Activision and other companies have been sued for causing video game addiction in kids
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It’s called entertainment. It makes as much sense to mix up addiction with games, as with NFL, football, TV, movies etc.

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There’s also been a rapid increase in sport gambling spots and sponsorship. It plays on emotions and a feeling of belonging, so a pretty apt comparison.

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What about gambling? Just entertainment or possibly addicting?

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