Loot boxes will be making a comeback in FIFA 23's Ultimate Team mode. In a recent statement, EA has confirmed that loot boxes will be a part of the 2023 edition, which is the last game of the company's FIFA series.
The confirmation from EA regarding the status of loot boxes comes after legislators from the United Kingdom refused to regulate the in-game microtransaction system during its inquiry into the matter.
The government has stated that regulating loot boxes "would have significant implementation challenges and risks of unintended consequences". This is in contrast to the moves of several other European countries, to legislate and fine game companies for the use of loot boxes in their games.
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), however, reminded game developers that it "will not hesitate to consider legislation if companies do not bring in sufficient measures to keep players safe".
The government calls for game companies to self-regulate and implement additional safeguards for the benefit of consumers, especially younger gamers. The government released the outcome of its inquiry through a 32,000-word report last July 18, 2022.
