The Stop Killing Games campaign is continuing to gain momentum after surpassing one million signatures in July. As of the July 31 deadline, the movement had secured approximately 1.45 million signatures, which organizers are now verifying.
The campaign aims to push for legislation that ensures continued access to video games, even after developers end support. The movement gained traction following Ubisoft’s controversial delisting of The Crew, which revoked access to players who had already purchased the title.
Despite early concerns over potential false submissions, organizers stated in their latest update that initial verification suggests about 97% of the signatures are valid.
According to the European Commission’s website, authorities have three months to verify the submitted signatures. Once verified, the campaign organizers plan to deliver the petition directly to the European Commission.
After the initiative is officially submitted, the European Union will have six months to decide on further action. While there’s a possibility that no measures will be taken, organizers are preparing to ensure the movement cannot be ignored. This includes seeking meetings with both the European Commission and the European Parliament.
In preparation for the next stage, organizers intend to contact members of Parliament and the Commission. They also aim to counter potential misinformation and lobbying efforts by the gaming industry. Updates on the campaign’s progress will be posted more frequently on its Discord community and social media channels.