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Harms associated with loot boxes, simulated gambling and other in-game purchases in video games: a review of the evidence

November 2022
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This literature review considers research from the last 10 years, evaluating evidence of harms associated with simulated gambling, loot boxes and other in-game purchases in video games, and examines the discourse in the literature regarding mitigation responses. The literature review will inform policy development and further research.