Furthermore, players in countries besides Belgium and the Netherlands will be able to enjoy full cross-play and cross-progression support. However, gamers voiced their displeasure and the game will now also be available on PC. Players were also upset because the game originally was supposed to only be released on mobile. Players at first were deeply disappointed when Activision Blizzard announced Diablo: Immortal instead of Diablo IV. Companies like EA Sports have argued that its loot boxes should not be considered gambling, but both Belgium and the Netherlands have maintained their stances.ĭiablo: Immortal has already faced its fair share of controversy. The Netherlands Gaming Authority insisted that loot boxes “have integral elements that are similar to slot machines” and are therefore highly addictive.

Belgium particularly contended that loot boxes were “dangerous for mental health,” especially for children, hence the Diablo: Immortal ban. Both Belgium and the Netherlands declared video game loot boxes illegal in 2018 as they determined that they violated their gambling legislation.

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