Stop Killing Games gets official support from prominent European politician

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Nicolae Ștefănuță, currently holding a Vice President position in the European Parliament, took to Instagram to encourage Europeans to lend their support by signing the Stop Killing Games online petition.

The debate over permanently closing down games has been intense, with organizations like Video Games Europe and developers such as Pirate Software expressing concerns about laws that prohibit the termination of games. However, discussions online have generally been supportive of SKG’s mission statement, and now, political figures are actively participating in the discussion directly.

As a passionate gamer speaking up, I’m using my platform on social media to rally support for an important cause, just like how I team up with friends in games to achieve shared goals. While it doesn’t guarantee this petition will reach the European Parliament, it definitely boosts its chances, making it more likely that we can win this round, together!

Stop Killing Games picks up support from EU government

As an ardent supporter, I must emphasize that for a petition like “Stop Killing Games” to truly resonate with European legislators and spark tangible change, it’s crucial that we, European residents, collect over a million signatures. The support from non-EU members, however well-intentioned, won’t influence the outcome in this case.

Reaching the target number of signatures for the petition doesn’t automatically ensure it will be considered by parliament. Those backing the cause are working diligently to gather as many signatures as feasible in an attempt to increase its chances of being noticed.

As a passionate gamer, I’m thrilled to share that I’ve lent my voice in solidarity with SKG! Taking action beyond words, I signed the petition and offered my heartfelt praise to the incredible individuals behind it. #GameOnForJustice

“I fully support those who initiated this citizen’s movement, and I have already put my signature to it. Moving forward, I will assist them in any way I can. Just as a game bought is owned by the customer, not the corporation.”

Thank you @nicustefanuta!

— Stop Killing Games Official (@StopKilingGames) July 12, 2025

“I’m supporting those who launched the public initiative. I’ve already signed up and plan to assist them further. Just as a purchased game becomes the property of the buyer, not the seller, he asserted.

Despite opposition from gaming industry lobbies arguing that saving games might lead to significant development expenses, he is convinced that the customer’s needs should take priority. He believes that the item they purchased, in this case, a game, should endure permanently.

It’s important to remember that his backing doesn’t automatically ensure the passage of any legislation. The path towards regulation can be lengthy, but securing his support represents a significant stride forward for those optimistic about the success of this campaign.

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2025-07-13 00:18