Tencent vs. The US & Nintendo Sues for Billion-Dollar Refunds

The gaming industry is facing its most significant legal week of 2026. First, we break down the U.S. government’s move against Tencent Games–the Shenzhen-based giant behind League of Legends and Riot Games–citing the same data privacy concerns that led to the TikTok divestiture. Then, we dive into Nintendo’s blockbuster lawsuit against the U.S. Court of International Trade. Following the February 20th Supreme Court ruling striking down IEEPA-authorized tariffs, Nintendo is demanding a full refund, with interest, for billions in “unlawful” duties paid on Switch 2 accessories and hardware.