Petition · Department for Culture, Media and Sport
All video games must be available to purchase as a physical, complete version
Open for signatures
44 signatures
What the petition asks
Game developers when releasing a new game must provide a physical copy either disc or USB key. This media must be transferable and saleable.
A physical copy of a game allows you to have ownership of the game.
It allows you to share the game with friends and family.
Having a physical game allows you to sell it and supports business that sell 2nd hand games.
2nd hand games can help those on low incomes to purchase games.
It allows you to share the game with friends and family.
Having a physical game allows you to sell it and supports business that sell 2nd hand games.
2nd hand games can help those on low incomes to purchase games.
Timeline
| 28 Jul 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
44
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Opened
28 Jul 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 29 Jul 2026.