video game addiction

Epic Games, Roblox, and Microsoft are seeking to compel arbitration in a California lawsuit where a mother claims their video games are addictive to minors. A judge is considering whether a valid contractual agreement exists to require arbitration, as the plaintiffs argue the terms of use were not clearly agreed to by the child or parents.

Gaming cafés are prevalent in Cairo, particularly in poorer neighborhoods, with Egyptians holding a world record for daily gaming time at 1 hour and 43 minutes. Approximately 43.5 percent of young gamers in Egypt are considered addicted, prompting a government campaign in February to address the issue.