Proposed Pennsylvania law targets publishers that kill digital games
Pennsylvania Senator John Kane has introduced the Protect Our Games Act to address concerns about digital game accessibility following Sony's plan to end physical disc production. The bill requires publishers to provide 60 days' notice before ending online support and mandates that they offer offline modes, independent server patches, or significant refunds. Although the legislation is in its early stages, it aims to protect consumers from losing access to purchased titles if developers cease maintenance.
- ▪Sen. John Kane filed the Protect Our Games Act in response to Sony's announcement that it will stop producing physical discs by 2028.
- ▪The proposed law requires game manufacturers to give customers at least 60 days' notice before terminating access to a title.
- ▪Publishers must provide one of three options: enable offline gaming, patch the game for independent online use, or issue a refund of at least 25% of the initial sale price.
- ▪The bill is currently in its early stages and has not yet been signed into law by the governor.
- ▪This legislation aligns with the broader Stop Killing Games movement, which has also seen legislative progress in California and the EU.
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Video Games Proposed Pennsylvania law targets publishers that kill digital games — publishers must provide offline mode, an independent server patch, or a 25% minimum refund News By Jowi Morales Published 28 September 2026 Pennsylvania is taking steps to protect its gamers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Tom's Hardware) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Sony’s announcement that it will cease physical disc production by 2028 has got many fans and users outraged and concerned about what will happen to digital-only games once their servers go…
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