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Russia Revives Gaming Bill That Could Block Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store

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5 August 2026

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regulatory

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Consumer

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Russia

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Fusion42 · 6 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Russia's ruling party is reviving a stalled bill regulating the video game industry that would impose state oversight, requiring content blocks and user identification, potentially blocking foreign platforms like Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Consumer.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

The Russian video game market will tighten control over foreign platforms, forcing you to anticipate market exit or compliance hurdles. This opens an urgent window to explore alternative local partnerships or pivot your geographical focus.

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1 source · 5 Aug 2026

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