The Canadian government is facing pressure to mandate end-of-life protections for video games as a petition with over 3,000 signatures gains traction. The move aims to protect consumers’ access to purchased titles, especially after Ubisoft’s controversial decision to discontinue support for The Crew.
Summary
- Consumers demand rights to access purchased games indefinitely.
- Challenges arise from maintaining online services post-EOL.
- Debate on extending EOL protection to all online services.
Consumers Demand Protection
A new petition in Canada calls for legislation to ensure gamers can access purchased titles even after publishers end support, sparking a conversation about consumer rights.
Extended Protection Considerations
Some users suggest that EOL protection should extend beyond video games to other online services, particularly critical ones like health-related products.
Developer Perspectives
Developers argue that maintaining online services indefinitely may not be feasible economically and could raise game prices or introduce subscription models.
Despite the petition’s growing support, skepticism remains about the practicality and enforceability of mandating EOL protections for video games in Canada.