Video Game Legislation Far from a "Final Fantasy" as Illinois Joins the Fray

The amount of video game laws that have been passed through our government is truly startling, to the point where I and many others wonder why our tax dollars are not placed towards more useful endeavors.

Illinois becomes the latest state this year to draft video game legislation, with a provision that says that MMORPGs like Final Fantasy 11 have to have a means in which users can cancel their account online. This situation occurred when a pair of parents had difficulty canceling their account on the service. Ars Technica has more information on the matter here.

In analyzing the ins and outs of this law, I would have to conclude that what is here means well, but like most pieces of game legislation, could turn out to be unnecessary. Having played some online games in the past, I have had no problems in canceling my account, and if any occurred, I was able to receive efficient customer service.

Of course, this law does have one advantage: it is written in a way that will actually help consumers and benefit the online gaming sphere. That in itself is an accomplishment.