ADVERTISEMENTInstead, let us heartily mock the idea that loot boxes are, in fact, "surprise mechanics" rather than what these publishers have been calling them all this time: Loot boxes, loot crates, supply drops, special orders. (Yes, I've spent far too much money on loot boxes; then again, I've spent far too much money on Fortnite skins, so . Obviously loot boxes are what our elected officials should be spending their time on. You don't even get a lame spray or icon to trick out your video game character with. Gamers aren't buying loot boxes to win big—there's no jackpot to speak of.

Source: Forbes June 20, 2019 16:05 UTC