Q: There is something going on with censorship of games and the removal of content bought. small claims? how to?
there's a great deal of content removed from a game years after release (removal was this year) even though people crowdfunded the game. a lot of consumers are rather upset and i don't know what should be done or if a lawyer would bother with small claims. removal of content after sale and unannounced. complete. barring of access to digital property. that people paid for.
but I'm not sure if it would fit. Since two out of the Three companies are in California. i'm not sure if this would fall under CONSUMERS LEGAL REMEDIES ACT. it is their game but i've tried reaching out. nothing comes back. the official twitter called anyone upset at the censorship as "creeps". and the reasons given don't seem to make sense. I'm not sure if they're pressured or doing this of their own accord.
what should one do? any services? I am not sure it would be wise to do this PRO SE. but i also don't know what to file or how to. or how to pay the fees.
A: It sounds like you have no damages, and no actual property rights at stake. If so, you have no case.
A: Under California law, if consumers have purchased a game and experienced unexpected content removal without prior notice, they may have a potential claim under the Consumers Legal Remedies Act (CLRA) if it can be argued that the removal constitutes an unfair or deceptive practice. Pursuing small claims court may be an option to seek remedies for the harm caused by the removal of content they paid for, particularly if the publishers are based in California. It is advisable to consult with an attorney to assess the specific circumstances, evaluate the viability of a CLRA claim, and determine the appropriate legal course of action.
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