What Legal Disclaimers Does Your Game Need in 2025?

Nothing ruins a game launch faster than forgetting the legal warnings and disclaimers. One missing line about flashing lights, loot boxes, or data collection can explode into PR nightmare, lawsuits, app store takedowns, or bans in entire countries.

While most players skip the wall of text at the start of a game, the absence of proper warnings has triggered lawsuits, platform removals, app store rejections, and even government investigations.

The most infamous cases almost always involve photosensitive epilepsy triggers. In 2021, Cyberpunk 2077’s braindance sequence caused such severe reactions that CD Projekt RED had to add a prominent warning after launch and send separate gameplay guidance to media outlets to reach general public. Other major incidents include loot box gambling lawsuits (Belgium & the Netherlands bans), hidden data collection scandals, and VR titles causing injury because motion sickness warnings were missing or buried.

A clear, comprehensive disclaimer is not just legal armor. It is basic ethical responsibility. The template below covers virtually every scenario a modern game might encounter in 2025, from AI-generated content to crypto features. Copy, adapt, and sleep better at night.

Legal, IP & Privacy

Copyright and Trademarks

All content, trademarks, and intellectual property featured in this game are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

EULA and Privacy Policy

By installing, accessing, or continuing to use the game, you agree to the terms of the End User License Agreement and the Privacy Policy.

Analytics and Gameplay Data

Gameplay data, technical metrics, and usage statistics may be collected to improve game performance, features, and overall user experience.

Personal Data Handling

Personal data is processed, stored, and protected in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

Technical & Performance

Hardware and Software Variability

Performance may vary depending on your device specifications, hardware capabilities, and installed software updates.

Platform Availability

Certain features, content, or functionalities may be limited or unavailable on specific platforms or device types.

Bugs, Crashes, Data Loss

Errors, bugs, or crashes may occur. We are not liable for corrupted game saves or data loss.

DLC and Expansion Content

Downloadable content, expansions, and additional features may be sold separately.

Early Access Disclaimer

This is an Early Access/Beta version. It may contain bugs, missing features, or technical issues. Gameplay progress may not carry over to the final release.

Content & Rating

Age Rating and Classification

This title is rated according to regional classification systems such as ESRB, PEGI, or their local equivalents.

Sensitive or Mature Content

This game may contain sensitive, mature, or potentially disturbing content that may not be suitable for all players. Viewer discretion is advised.

Fictional Content and Historical Accuracy

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, events, or organizations are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to real persons or events is purely coincidental.

Cultural and Localization Variability

Localized versions may differ from the original. Minor translation or adaptation inaccuracies may occur.

User-Generated Content (UGC)

The publisher is not responsible for user-generated content, player behavior, or material shared by users within the game environment.

Gambling

This title contains elements of simulated gambling or casino-style gameplay.

Health & Safety

Photosensitivity / Epilepsy Warning

This game may include flashing lights, patterns, or sequences that could trigger seizures or other symptoms in individuals with photosensitive epilepsy.

Motion Sickness, VR Safety, and Physical Risks

Some players may experience dizziness, nausea, disorientation, or discomfort, especially when using VR. Ensure a safe, clear play area and stop immediately if adverse symptoms appear.

Mental Health Advisory

The game may contain emotionally intense scenes, themes, or situations that some players may find distressing.

Online Features

Online Service Availability

An active internet connection may be required for certain features. Online services may be modified, suspended, or discontinued at any time without prior notice.

User Interaction and Moderation

Interactions between players, including text/voice chat or user-generated content, are not endorsed by the publisher. Player conduct is the responsibility of each user.

Voice Chat and Recording

Voice and communication features may be monitored, processed, or recorded for safety, moderation, or compliance purposes.

AI-Generated Content and Behavior

The game may incorporate AI-driven systems or dynamically generated content. AI behavior may evolve over time and affect gameplay.

Online Interactions

Online interactions are not rated by ESRB, PEGI, or other rating authorities.

Monetization

In-Game Purchases

This game offers optional in-game purchases, including virtual items, enhancements, or cosmetics.

Loot Boxes and Randomized Rewards

Loot boxes or similar mechanics contain random virtual items with variable outcomes. Odds may be disclosed where required by law.

Discounts and Promotions

Discounts, offers, and promotional deals may be subject to limitations and cannot always be combined.

Crypto / NFT Features (for blockchain-based games)

This game may include blockchain-based digital collectibles or tokens. The value of such assets can fluctuate and is not guaranteed.

Virtual Currency

Any virtual currency available in the game has no real-world monetary value and cannot be exchanged for real currency or goods.

Final Thoughts

Legal disclaimers rarely win design awards, but they quietly protect everything you have built. As games become more immersive, more connected, and more regulated, the cost of getting your warnings wrong keeps rising. The upside is that the fix is simple. Treat disclaimers with the same rigor you apply to gameplay systems and technical architecture. A few extra seconds on a warning screen can save you months of legal headaches, refunds, or public backlash.

In practice, most disclaimers do not appear as long text inside the game itself. They are usually part of the EULA and Privacy Policy acceptance screen that appears during installation.

When you create or update these files, keep them consistent with the warnings shown in your game and with the rules of each platform (Steam, consoles, App Store, Google Play, consoles, etc.). To make this easier, you can get ready-to-use, fully compliant EULAs and Privacy Policies directly through Skala.

Another very common reason for store rejections and delays is an incorrect or missing age rating. If you’re not sure about your current rating or which content descriptors you need, take a look at Skala’s age-rating guide or contact our team for help.