Playstudios Settled Class Action Lawsuit for $3 Million

The settlement addresses claims that virtual chip sales in popular mobile games violated gambling laws.

Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Gambling

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Playstudios has agreed to a $3 million settlement to resolve class action allegations regarding virtual chip sales in its mobile games. Eligible players in six states can now elect to receive either cash or virtual currency as compensation.

Why it matters

The company reached this agreement to avoid the ongoing financial costs and legal uncertainties associated with continued litigation. Playstudios maintains that it has not committed any wrongdoing and does not admit to any liability.

Eligible players can choose a cash payment of up to 23% of their total spending or a default virtual currency award worth 27% of their expenditure. The settlement affects users in Alabama, Ohio, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Tennessee, and Kentucky.

The players

Playstudios

Playstudios is a mobile game developer and publisher known for creating social casino-style titles that feature loyalty rewards.

The details

The class action lawsuit targeted popular titles including myVEGAS, Pop! Slots, myKONAMI Slots, MGM Slots Live, myVEGAS Blackjack, and myVEGAS Bingo. Participants who do not actively submit an election form will automatically receive the virtual currency award.

The Kentucky class period concluded in June 2023.
Most class claim periods are set to end on June 30, 2026.
Players have until October 21, 2026, to submit their election form.

Culture Shift

This case reflects a broader cultural and legal shift as regulators increasingly scrutinize the mechanics of social gaming. It marks a departure from historical industry practices where virtual items were largely shielded from gambling-related legal challenges.

Affected players in the six listed states must decide between a cash payout or a virtual currency credit before the October deadline. Those who take no action will receive the virtual currency default, which may impact the value they recover from their past in-game spending.

The takeaway

Players should carefully review their total in-game spending to determine whether the cash or virtual currency option provides better value. Keeping records of past transactions will be essential for those participating in the settlement process.