The Performing Right Society (PRS) has filed legal proceedings against Valve, alleging that Steam hosts games using PRS members' musical works without a licence. PRS claims Valve has never obtained the required licence despite years of attempted engagement. High-profile game series like Forza Horizon, FIFA/EA FC, and GTA are cited as examples. The lawsuit is filed under the UK's Copyright, Designs, and Patents Act 1988, and PRS states litigation will continue unless Valve engages and obtains the necessary licence both retrospectively and going forward. This follows a separate lawsuit last week from the New York Attorney General over loot boxes in Valve games.
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