He lost Rs 40,000: How online gaming apps trap users, explains expert
Last Update Date: 06-10-2026
Published by India Today
Abhishek Kumar's role: Quoted
Abhishek Kumar shared examples on LinkedIn, cited by India Today, of users losing money to gaming apps. He wrote that these apps are designed to keep players hooked and that recovery needs counselling, family support and firm financial limits.
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The article describes how real-money gaming apps draw users in with early wins and bonuses before losses mount, citing people who lost savings or borrowed to keep playing. It discusses design tactics, the myth of side income, parallels with risky trading, and why bans alone may not end addiction.
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He lost Rs 40,000: How online gaming apps trap users, explains expert