The California Assembly’s appropriations committee has advanced the Protect Our Games Act, a significant step for the grassroots movement led by Stop Killing Games (SKG) aimed at preserving online gaming. The bill mandates that digital game publishers who cease support for an online game must either provide a full refund to players or offer an updated version that allows continued gameplay independently of the publisher's services. Additionally, publishers are required to notify players at least 60 days in advance of any service discontinuation that affects normal game use. Notably, the act will not apply to completely free games or those available solely through subscriptions. If passed, the law will impact all games sold in California starting from January 1, 2027. The bill's advancement, marked by an 11–2 committee vote, reflects a growing legislative commitment to game preservation, despite pushback from industry lobbyists like the Entertainment Software Association. Monitz Katzner from SKG expressed optimism about the bill's progress, highlighting the collaborative effort in its drafting.