Video Game Addiction Lawsuit

Video Game Addiction Lawsuit Overview

Popular titles like Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft, and Call of Duty are now at the center of nationwide lawsuits for allegedly causing addiction in children and young adults. Game developers are being accused of intentionally designing these platforms to be psychologically addictive, using features like loot boxes, reward loops, and microtransactions that exploit young brains.

Families across the U.S. are filing case for damages after their children suffered from Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD) – a condition recognized by the WHO and DSM-5 – resulting in depression, school dropouts, aggression, and even suicide.

Key Facts About the Video Game Addiction Lawsuit

Games Involved: Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft, Call of Duty, Rainbow Six, GTA V, Battlefield
Defendants: Epic Games, Rockstar Games, Activision Blizzard, Roblox Corp., and others
Core Allegation: Games were designed to maximize addiction and in-game spending using psychological manipulation and behavioral research
Legal Focus: Addiction symptoms, mental health damage, educational impact, and physical injuries from overuse
Status: Active lawsuits are underway across the U.S.; more cases are being accepted based on qualifying criteria

Who Can Qualify?

To be eligible, the video game addiction player must:

• Be born after Nov 9, 1992 (or Feb 6, 2002 for Minecraft claims) and before Feb 6, 2019
• Have played 15+ hours/week
• Show symptoms of IGD for at least 12 months
• Provide a Gamer Tag (Xbox, PlayStation, Roblox, Steam, etc.)

Video Gaming Addiction: Symptoms and Levels of Harm

Common Symptoms

• Aggression or “gamer rage”
• Depression, anxiety
• Seizures triggered by prolonged gaming
• Social withdrawal, hygiene neglect
• Criminal activity to fund microtransactions
• Sleep disruption and behavioral disorders
• Inability to stop playing despite harm

Tiered Levels of Harm

Tier 3 – Recognized Addiction (Early Stage)

• 15+ hours of gaming per week
• Drop in academic performance
• Exhibits 5 or more symptoms of Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD)

Tier 2 – Moderate Impact

• Requires outpatient counseling
• Placed on an Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Needs private tutoring due to focus or learning difficulties
• Suffers from orthopedic injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome

Tier 1 – Most Severe Consequences

• Suicide attempt or suicidal thoughts
• Requires inpatient addiction treatment
• Drops out of high school or college
• Shifted to homeschooling due to gaming-related dysfunction

What You May Recover

A lawsuit may help you seek compensation for:

• Mental health treatment and therapy
• Educational support (tutoring, special schooling)
• Emotional distress and pain
• Loss of income or academic opportunity
• Medical expenses related to addiction or overuse

Take Action Now

If your child or you are suffering due to gaming addiction, you may qualify for legal compensation. Connect2Attorney is helping families file lawsuits to hold gaming companies accountable.

Start your free case review – no cost to speak, no fees unless you win. Call (888) 202-1350 or fill out the form.