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California bill would require patches or refunds when online games shut down

https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2026/05/bill-to-keep-online-games-playable-clears-key-hurdle-in-california/

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Bill to block publishers from killing online games advances in California

Publishers would have to offer "independent" play patch or refunds after server shutdowns.

Ars Technica