Children are being tricked into downloading software, often related to popular games like Minecraft and Roblox.

PORTLAND, Maine (WMTW/CNN NEWSOURCE/WKRC) - A mother from Maine has filed a lawsuit against major video game developers, alleging that their games have caused her 9-year-old child to become addicted.

Minecraft has been a hugely popular game since its release in 2011. There is a version available on almost every platform, including smartphones, tablets, and most gaming consoles. There are even ...

(TNS) — All those hours kids spend on Roblox and Minecraft might not be for naught—a new school in Houston's Oak Park aims to encourage kids to learn about science, technology, engineering and math ...

Social platforms Snapchat and Discord were also sued for facilitating abuse. In other lawsuits, parents accuse Minecraft and Fortnite of design choices that induce internet gaming disorder.

Roblox, the online game creation system once populated mostly by kids under 13, is adding a new 17+ category to account for its recent growth in adult players. The Week In Games: Killing Your Heroes, ...

As platforms like Roblox and Fortnite explode, players are evolving into developers, transforming gaming into a ...