TECHNOLOGYJul 31 · 02:29 UTCSCMP CHINAAlice Yan

Chinese dad sues online gaming companies for US$1.5 to force strict anti-addiction rules

A Chinese father whose son swallowed 18 fever pills due to gaming addiction sued four gaming companies, seeking symbolic compensation of 10 yuan (US$1.5) to enforce stricter anti-addiction measures for minors. The lawsuit targets Tencent, NetEase, miHoYo, and 37 Interactive Entertainment, with the father hoping for court supervision to ensure companies prevent excessive gaming by minors.

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