Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights in the UK, particularly relevant for protecting video game content, code, artwork, and sound
Trade Marks Act 1994: Legislation protecting game titles, logos, and brand elements used in the video game
Database Rights Regulations 1997: Protects the structure and content of databases, relevant for game data organization and storage
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles governing contract formation, terms, and enforcement in England and Wales
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates contractual terms that limit or exclude liability, ensuring fairness in licensing agreements
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation for B2C relationships, ensuring consumer protection and fair treatment in digital content
UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Regulations governing the collection, processing, and storage of personal data in video games
Electronic Commerce Regulations 2002: Guidelines for electronic business transactions and digital service provision
Video Recordings Act 1984: Legislation concerning age ratings and content classification for video games
Competition Act 1998: Ensures fair competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in licensing agreements
Gambling Act 2005: Relevant if the game includes gambling elements or loot boxes that might be classified as gambling
Export Control Act 2002: Governs international distribution and export of software and technology
PEGI Guidelines: Pan European Game Information guidelines for age ratings and content warnings in video games
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Protects against false statements or promises made during license negotiations
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations: Governs electronic communications and online privacy aspects of video games
