New York’s attorney general is suing video game developer Valve, claiming the “loot boxes” found in Counter-Strike and other popular video game franchises illegally promote gambling.

The suit alleges that Valve’s first-party games are essentially an illegal gambling operation aimed at younger players.

A lawsuit has been filed against Valve Corporation, with New York Attorney General Letitia James accusing the company of illegally promoting gambling through its in-game loot box systems. The ...

The lawsuit aims to "stop Valve from promoting gambling features in its games, disgorge all ill-gotten gains, and pay fines for violating New York’s laws." ...