US Rep proposes bill to give video game buyers "ownership," not "a license"
Summary
Ars Technica reports on Rep. Ritchie Torres's Power to the Players Act, which would grant video-game buyers ownership of their games rather than a license to play. The bill cites NBA 2K25 as an example of why ownership, long-term access, and offline play matter, and references FTC enforcement to prevent revocable access. The piece also notes technical and legal challenges, including preservation concerns and the evolving landscape of digital rights in gaming.