CS2(카운터스트라이크) 도박 사이트에 대한 질문

Hello all,

I made an account to post this as I have found no helpful info anywhere else on the internet. I recently lost a fair amount of money (4 digits) gambling on Counterstrike 2 skins. The website I was using is based in another country (Cyprus) and attempts to claim that they are not a gambling site to get by regulation.

My bank flagged one of my deposits as fraudulent and began the chargeback process, and thus they began to seek chargeback's for previous deposits as well since I said I had no knowledge of the charges. My question is this: do I have a chance of winning the chargeback? Should I ask the bank to not seek the chargeback and no longer dispute the charges because there are legal risks even though it is an international "gambling site" that isn't really legal where I am? Or is there likely to be no repercussions and I should just let things go on as they are.

I am an addict in recovery who unfortunately relapsed with this counterstrike skin gambling as it bypassed all of the internet blocker's I have installed - it's no excuse i know but if i can recoup the financial losses I would like to do so, although not at my own legal risk. The way their casino is setup it is advertised as purely a game for entertainment in their Terms and conditions although anyone with half a brain can see that it is a casino.

Hello, I'm getting angry just by reading about your endeavors....

Well, let me share what I have been working on regarding this subject. Please consider this a sort of intro for the community since this actual topic is not that common.

Skin gambling involves using virtual in-game items, known as "skins," as a form of currency for betting on professional esports matches or games of chance. These skins are typically cosmetic items that alter the appearance of characters or weapons without affecting gameplay. The practice gained prominence within the Counter-Strike community but has extended to other games like Electronic Arts' FIFA series.

How Skin Gambling Works:

Acquisition of Skins: Players obtain skins through gameplay achievements, in-game purchases, or by opening loot boxes, which are virtual containers offering random rewards.

Third-Party Platforms: While game developers like Valve provide official marketplaces for trading skins, third-party websites have emerged, enabling players to use their skins for gambling purposes. These platforms often operate outside the game's official ecosystem.

Gambling Mechanisms:

On these third-party sites, users can wager their skins on various games of chance, such as roulette, coin flips, or betting on the outcomes of professional esports matches. The value of the skins wagered determines the potential returns.

Example:

"Case Battles" Here's how the Case Battles work:

Case Selection: Players choose from a variety of virtual cases, each containing a set of potential skins with varying rarities and values.

Battle Initiation: Multiple players purchase the same case and enter a battle. Each participant opens their case simultaneously.

Outcome Determination: The player who unboxes the most valuable skin wins the combined value of all skins revealed during that battle.

This competitive format adds an extra layer of excitement, as participants not only rely on chance but also compete directly against others for higher stakes.

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Underage Gambling: The accessibility of these platforms to minors has sparked debates about the potential for underage gambling.

Regulatory Oversight: Many skin gambling sites operate in legal gray areas, lacking proper regulation and consumer protections.

Addiction Risks: The gambling-like mechanics can lead to addictive behaviors, especially among younger audiences.

In response, game developers and regulatory bodies have taken steps to curb unauthorized gambling activities associated with virtual items.

I have encountered a number of websites, such as chicken.gg, and I completely understand your annoyance because offering skinroulettes or skinslots is unquestionably gambling and should be handled as such.

Though as usual, "grey market" always overtakes current regulations, regulatory bodies, and also the whole ecosystem is predestined to respond retroactively, I reckon.

I truly hope you will find a way to fight back. Speaking of which, the other thread about banks and merchants will hopefully get some clues. I imagine this must feel like a trap. Well, it is kind of a trap; that's the point of this whole masking, I guess.

I really wish I could help you somehow. Are you in touch with some carecenters perhaps? Can anyone help you manage the stress, or just be there for you?