New York bill seeks to protect video game ownership

Summary

New York Representative Ritchie Torres is proposing legislation to protect consumers’ ability to use video games they have purchased. Engadget says Torres wants the Federal Trade Commission to establish regulations ensuring buyers can play their games. Tom’s Hardware reports that the bill would require publishers to sell games as consumer-owned products rather than licenses, provide an offline mode and allow transfers.

Timeline

1. Engadget

   15 Oct 2026, 20:15 UTCSource ↗

   Engadget reports that Representative Ritchie Torres wants the FTC to establish regulations ensuring people can play the games they have purchased.

2. Tom's Hardware

   16 Oct 2026, 13:51 UTCSource ↗

   Tom’s Hardware reports that the proposed bill would require consumer ownership rather than licenses, along with an offline mode and the right to transfer games.