Children's In-Game Purchases Raise Concerns Amid Regulatory Gaps
Children's In-Game Purchases Raise Concerns Amid Regulatory Gaps
IN · Published Aug 18, 2026
According to The Ken, children in India are increasingly making unauthorized in-game purchases using family members' payment credentials, such as UPI pins.
Popular games like Free Fire Max, Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), and Call of Duty: Mobile feature loot boxes, which entice players to spend real or virtual currency for mystery rewards.

Impact & Risks

Families are at risk of financial losses due to unauthorized transactions by children. The trend highlights gaps in India's gaming regulations, which currently do not address in-game economies like loot boxes. Peer pressure among teenagers to acquire rare in-game items further exacerbates the issue. Without stricter oversight, the problem could lead to increased financial fraud and strained family relationships.

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