Submitted by Samuel David Birch on Tuesday 13th January 2026
Published on Thursday 12th February 2026
Current status: Open
Open until: Wednesday 12th August 2026
Current Signatures: 54
(count is updated approximately hourly)
Relevant Departments
Tagged with
Access ~ Children ~ CORE ~ Families ~ Friends ~ Game ~ Greed ~ Mandatory ~ Multiplayer ~ Parliament ~ Reasonable ~ Regulations ~ Subscription ~ The Game ~ video games
Require access to online features without subscription fees in paid video games
Many console games require a paid subscription for online multiplayer and key features, even when the game is purchased. This can lead to people feeling financial strain to stay connected to distant friends or family. We feel this is for no reason other than greed.
We want a ban on requiring mandatory subscriptions for online multiplayer, for paid games. This is especially important for families and friends, as online play is key for children and relatives to stay connected. Parliament can act by introducing regulations that protect players’ rights ensuring core game features stay accessible without additional fees.
If you want to sign this petition (as opposed to merely discuss it), you need to do that on the government's e-Petitions website.
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