Tieno
Member
Wow, this came totally out of the blue and sucks.
http://www.standaard.be/Artikel/Detail.aspx?artikelId=DMF31102008_013&ref=nieuwsoverzicht
Article says it has always been illegal but it was tolerated, not going to be anymore starting december 1st. On that date no new titles will be added. If you don't have permission of the game publisher judicial steps will be taken. Naturally the game industry is happy.
Gamemania (largest special game retailer in Belgium) says rentals make up 10% of their revenue.
http://www.standaard.be/Artikel/Detail.aspx?artikelId=DMF31102008_013&ref=nieuwsoverzicht
Article says it has always been illegal but it was tolerated, not going to be anymore starting december 1st. On that date no new titles will be added. If you don't have permission of the game publisher judicial steps will be taken. Naturally the game industry is happy.
Gamemania (largest special game retailer in Belgium) says rentals make up 10% of their revenue.