Ben is joined by York St John University’s Dr David Zendle for a deep dive into some serious Loot Box controversy. David published a recent paper linking loot boxes and problem gambling, which has raised serious social concerns. He explained why he defines Ultimate Team packs as loot boxes, where they are such a concern, why Kinder Eggs are not, and just how serious could the impact on FIFA be?

The special is part one of a two podcast series about loot boxes (next podcast date TBC), the second will feature a panel discussion about the mechanic and what a loot box-less FUT might mean!

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