A Belgian couple has filed a formal complaint against Riot Games, claiming that the “Hextech Chests” feature in League of Legends breaches Belgium’s strict gambling laws.
League of Legends, a leading MOBA game with a global player base, has come under scrutiny in Belgium over its Hextech Chests system. These chests, once available as free-to-play rewards, now require real-world currency to obtain randomized in-game items—a shift Riot Games attributed to profitability concerns.
A Belgian couple, active in the gaming community, filed a formal complaint with the Belgian Gambling Commission, arguing that Hextech Chests meet the legal definition of gambling under Belgian law. They raised concerns about minor exposure to gambling mechanics, the lack of a casino license, and insufficient player protection measures.
This complaint follows Belgium’s 2018 crackdown on loot boxes, which forced major game developers to remove or modify such features to comply with regulations. The couple believes Riot Games should be held to the same standard.
The gaming community remains divided—some fear Riot may restrict League of Legends access in Belgium, while others support the complaint, advocating for stronger consumer protections against gambling-like monetization tactics.
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