A European Union petition to prevent game publishers from remotely disabling online games after they end support has gained significant traction. The "Stop Destroying Video Games" petition has already surpassed its signature threshold in seven EU countries: Denmark, Finland, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Poland, and Sweden.
Significant Progress, but More Signatures Needed
The petition has garnered 397,943 signatures—39% of its 1 million signature goal. This considerable support highlights widespread gamer frustration with the practice of rendering games unplayable after server shutdowns.
The petition aims to mandate that publishers maintain the functionality of games sold within the EU, even after official support ends. This is a direct response to instances where players lose access to games they've purchased, a problem exemplified by Ubisoft's shutdown of The Crew in 2024. This shutdown angered many players, leading to lawsuits in California alleging violation of consumer protection laws.
The petition remains open until July 31st, 2025. While non-EU citizens can't sign, they can help by spreading awareness. The petition's success hinges on reaching its target of 1 million signatures, a goal that, while ambitious, appears increasingly attainable given the current momentum.
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