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The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

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The Student News Site of Lynbrook High School

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Microtransactions, or small in-game transactions of real money, create unhealthy spending habits in video game players.

Microtransactions encourage gambling over gaming

Erin Fitzpatrick, Staffer March 24, 2025

Logging into “Brawl Stars,” you quickly head over to the app’s shop, thrilled to buy a pack of 950 gems to unlock a new legendary brawler. Levels, gadgets and hypercharges are now immediately accessible,...