Mexico moves to protect digital game ownership
Mexican senators propose rules to clarify digital purchases, preserve games after server shutdowns, and require local business addresses.
Luis Donaldo Colosio Riojas, president of the Mexican Senate's Digital Rights Commission, and federal deputy Iraís Reyes have announced a new consumer rights initiative aimed at protecting digital game ownership. Colosio revealed the plan via Instagram.
The initiative would require companies to clarify whether consumers are buying a digital product outright or merely a licence to use it. It also seeks to ensure digital preservation after servers are taken down, allowing continued play of unsupported games.
Additionally, the proposal would mandate that companies selling digital goods in Mexico maintain a Mexican business address for consumer support and accountability.
The announcement follows earlier efforts by the same lawmakers. In October 2025, Colosio and Reyes filed an antitrust complaint against Sony after the company announced a shift away from physical games. Sony is planning to end physical disc support in 2028.
Consumer advocacy groups such as Stop Killing Games have also pressured the European Union to introduce greater protections for digital game buyers. Last week, Sony reportedly polled game developers about their feelings on the shift to digital, according to eurogamer.net.
Quick answers
What does the Mexican digital game ownership initiative aim to do?
It aims to require companies to clarify if consumers are buying a digital product or a licence, ensure digital preservation after servers are taken down, and require a Mexican business address for support.
Who proposed the initiative?
Luis Donaldo Colosio Riojas, president of the Mexican Senate's Digital Rights Commission, and federal deputy Iraís Reyes.
What happened with Sony and physical games?
Sony is planning to end physical disc support in 2028. Earlier, Colosio and Reyes filed an antitrust complaint against Sony over its shift away from physical games.