MMO gambling to be outlawed starting September?

Players who enjoy playing games of chance in MMO games may want to enjoy these games to the fullest, as some MMO games are now in danger of becoming illegal with the new revision of the Gambling Act 2005.

The revision, to be enacted starting September this year, redefines the definition of “gambling” as any and all games which incorporate the use of both chance and skill in order to win a prize. “Prize” in the revised Gambling Act now covers cash prizes and virtual prizes that have monetary worth. Non-MMO online gambling, which some companies will be able to operate from within the UK, will also be covered in the revision.

Considering that most MMOG and MMORPG have gambling mini-games, Law Firm Campbell Hooper said that many MMO operators may run the risk of their games being considered illegal. But they can opt to get an operators’ license from the Gambling Commission as a workaround to this new law. Campbell Hooper’s Alex Chapman says that getting a license may not be a simple task, but it will satisfy the requirements of the new law.

The revision also ensures fair and open gambling, protection of children and vulnerable persons, as well as the prevention of links between gambling and crime.
 
Does your favorite MMO have a gambling mini-game? Nag your MMO’s operator to obtain a license to ensure that you can still continue playing once the new law comes into play.

Players who enjoy playing games of chance in MMO games may want to enjoy these games to the fullest, as some MMO games are now in danger of becoming illegal with the new revision of the Gambling Act 2005.

The revision, to be enacted starting September this year, redefines the definition of “gambling” as any and all games which incorporate the use of both chance and skill in order to win a prize. “Prize” in the revised Gambling Act now covers cash prizes and virtual prizes that have monetary worth. Non-MMO online gambling, which some companies will be able to operate from within the UK, will also be covered in the revision.

Considering that most MMOG and MMORPG have gambling mini-games, Law Firm Campbell Hooper said that many MMO operators may run the risk of their games being considered illegal. But they can opt to get an operators’ license from the Gambling Commission as a workaround to this new law. Campbell Hooper’s Alex Chapman says that getting a license may not be a simple task, but it will satisfy the requirements of the new law.

The revision also ensures fair and open gambling, protection of children and vulnerable persons, as well as the prevention of links between gambling and crime.
 
Does your favorite MMO have a gambling mini-game? Nag your MMO’s operator to obtain a license to ensure that you can still continue playing once the new law comes into play.