In December 2025, a Louisiana mother filed a video game addiction lawsuit against the Roblox Corporation and other developers. She alleged that Roblox, Epic Games, and Microsoft intentionally designed games to encourage gaming addiction through operant conditioning. The case is now a part of a larger mass tort.
When a casual hobby becomes an obsession, you may have grounds to file a lawsuit for your child.
Understanding Video Game Addiction
Video game addiction may seem like a lack of self-control, but it’s much more complicated than that. The addiction is excessive gaming to the point of self-neglect and lack of interest in real life.
The DSM-5 first included Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD) in 2013. The WHO (World Health Organization) recently included “gaming disorder” in its International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11). Now, there are numerous lawsuits alleging intentional game design to take advantage of players, especially minors.
How Gaming Companies Target Your Children
You wouldn’t want your child to play in a casino. A video game isn’t much different.
Large video game developers create video games with addictive features. The gaming industry makes money when the player is engaged. These are a few tactics commonly highlighted in gaming addiction lawsuits.
- Predatory Algorithms: Developers design games with endless levels, maps, or quests.
- Loot Boxes & Microtransactions: Games and mobile apps often encourage gambling-like behavior in young players.
- Dopamine Loops: Positive reward systems make your child prioritize “screen time” over sleep, school, work, or health.
How to Recognize the Signs of Gaming Addiction
Video game addiction looks different for every person. If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, you may have a strong gaming addiction lawsuit.
- Withdrawal symptoms from lack of gaming
- Hurt or missed opportunities for education and work
- Bad behavior, like stealing credit cards to fund game purchases
Are you unsure if you have a claim? A gaming addiction attorney could explain your possible legal actions.
What You Need for a Video Game Addiction Lawsuit
As a parent filing a video game addiction lawsuit, you need more than your child’s symptoms to build a case. Whether you’re suing for negligence or deceptive trade practices, you need strong evidence. These are examples of evidence that could work in your favor.
- Medical and psychological documents, like a professional diagnosis
- Gaming logs and data with excessive amounts of gameplay
- Financial records including receipts, bank statements, and credit card charges
- Documentation of harm, like failing grades, missed work, poor social behavior, or isolation from the outside world
Who Can Be Held Responsible in a Video Game Lawsuit
You shouldn’t be blamed if your child developed poor gaming habits. Instead, the finger should be pointed at the developers or publishers. They’ve spent years perfecting “digital drugs” to keep children, like yours, hooked.
These companies have the money and resources to keep their games safe, but they chose profits instead. The developer designed the game. The publisher marketed it to your child. The platform hosts it.
A skilled video game addiction lawyer fights to hold each group accountable. Many social media addiction lawsuits are in action. Join the rise in video game lawsuits now.
How Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys Can Help You
When you choose our firm, you are not just hiring an attorney. You’re gaining a dedicated team invested in your family’s future. Video game addiction has already taken enough from you.
Our team will handle every detail of your legal claim. We’ll help you gather evidence and build a strong case for your child. Book a free consultation with our law firm today.
