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Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis will end service on Oct. 6, 2026 at 11:00 PM PDT across PC (Steam), iOS, and Android. Purchases will stop, unused paid currency refunds are available only to Taiwan residents, and account data will be deleted after all procedures. Players should keep the app and their device intact until refunds are processed.
A California bill, the Protect Our Games Act, would require publishers to give a 60-day heads-up before delisting a game and offer refunds or allow continued play on private servers, excluding subscription-based or free-to-play titles. The measure passed the Assembly but failed 4-3 with four abstentions in the Business, Professions and Economic Development committee, though a reconsideration vote was granted. Stop Killing Games says it will push similar legislation at the state and federal levels, aided by lobbying from the Entertainment Software Association, and organizers plan to return stronger next session and expand beyond California.
Valve demanded that Dbrand take down its Portal-themed Steam Machine Companion Cube and denied permission to license the product; in response, Dbrand is refunding all preorders and has removed the item, apologizing for building without Valve approval.
A verbal threat of violence prompted the Grand Cinema in Tacoma to cancel all Sunday shows. Police and theater staff conducted safety checks, the theater announced the closure on social media, and refunds are being issued to attendees; the investigation is ongoing and patrons are advised to contact the theater if they don’t receive refunds.
The Grand Cinema in Tacoma canceled all Sunday screenings after reports of ongoing safety threats; police patrolled the area, staff are issuing refunds, and the theater is cooperating with investigators, asking patrons for patience while operations are adjusted.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection heads to the Court of International Trade to negotiate returning billions in tariffs deemed illegal by the Supreme Court, with Phase 1 refunds of about $90 billion already approved and roughly $22 billion sent to the Treasury. The next phase covers more complex, liquidated tariffs that often require lawsuits, a hurdle for smaller importers, and some groups are pushing for a class action to streamline refunds. The hearing is framed as settlement talks as the court weighs how broad a remedial order can be.
The White House is resisting broad refunds of tariffs it collected under a 1977 law, arguing refunds aren’t required even after a court ordered universal refunds; the DOJ has appealed while importers plan litigation. About $85 billion in refunds have been approved so far, with tens of billions more potentially at stake, setting up a fight that could reach higher courts.
The Supreme Court ruled that Trump lacked authority to impose broad tariffs, but refunds are already being issued to importers. CBP has processed billions in refunds and around 85 billion in total claims have been identified, with 330,000+ importers potentially eligible. The Justice Department plans to appeal a judge’s order to allow all eligible importers to seek refunds, not just those who filed lawsuits, and will argue that the government needs time to complete recalculations. Refunds are being processed in phases, with some large retailers signaling potential price passes of refunds, and activity may slow if the appeal delays the process; some tariffs from other authorities remain in effect and the administration has proposed new tariffs since the ruling.
Frankie Valli, at 92, has canceled the remainder of his 2026 tour to focus on his health, choosing not to postpone shows to avoid refund delays; promoters say fans who bought tickets will be refunded, and the singer plans a six-month health break with a possible return in 2027 after previously rescheduling several spring dates.
A court filing shows the Trump-era administration has refunded about $20.6 billion in tariffs to importers so far, highlighting the scale of tariff refunds and possible implications for U.S. trade policy.
Quantic Dream has canceled development of Spellcasters Chronicles, its free-to-play 3v3 online gambit, citing a challenging market environment; servers will remain online until June 19, after which they’ll be shut down and refunds will be available on request. The studio also notes an internal reorganization (layoffs) and says Star Wars Eclipse will not be affected. The decision reflects broader industry concerns about the sustainability of live-service titles amid stiff competition and volatile player engagement, with the game having peaked at under 1,000 players on Steam and currently only a handful online.
A lawsuit claims Sony could profit from Trump-era tariffs by keeping higher PS5 prices in the US and then collecting tariff refunds, with plaintiffs arguing refunds should go to buyers who paid the higher price. Proving a direct link between the price increase and tariffs, and proving consumer harm, is contested; Nintendo faces similar suits, and the outcome remains uncertain as the case is early.
Tariff refunds have begun to be issued to eligible importers, with a heavy-truck manufacturer and a toy company among the first recipients as payments start flowing out.
After the Supreme Court struck down parts of Trump-era tariffs, the first tariff refunds began arriving, with Oshkosh and Basic Fun confirming payments. The refunds cover entries finalized in the past 80 days, and CBP projects about $35.46 billion for 8.3 million shipments, though the process could take months. Trump criticized the refunds, saying he will fight paying them back; logistics firms like UPS, FedEx and DHL will file refunds on behalf of customers to support cash flow and reinvestment.
Disney Cruise Line canceled the debut sailing of its new Disney Adventure from Singapore just hours after boarding due to an unresolved mechanical issue, leaving families stranded. The company offered a full refund, up to $500 per stateroom for incidental costs, a 50% discount on a future sailing (terms vary), and a complimentary hotel stay in Singapore while travel needs are arranged.