‘Addictive’ Royal Match game violates gambling laws, class action claims

Monday, August 19, 2024 3:17 PM
  • Washington
  • Jessy Edwards, Top Class Actions

A Washington state woman has filed a federal lawsuit against Turkish game developer Dream Games Teknoloji Anonim Şirket, alleging that its popular mobile game, Royal Match, violates state gambling laws.

Plaintiff Janna Schudde filed the class action lawsuit against Dream Games Teknoloji Anonim Şirketi Aug. 8 in a Washington federal court, alleging multiple violations of state law.

Schudde’s lawsuit claims the mobile game Royal Match is addictive, and manipulates players into purchasing virtual gold coins to continue playing.

Schudde alleges Royal Match is designed to maximize addiction by manipulating the probability of success, enticing players to spend more money.