Renika Williams has filed a class action lawsuit against Moon Active Ltd., the developer of Coin Master. The lawsuit, filed in a California federal court, alleges that Coin Master constitutes illegal gambling, particularly targeting children due to its “kid-friendly” presentation. Williams claims the game’s mechanics, which combine village building with a slot machine feature, entice players to spend real money to continue playing after exhausting free spins, which can be seen as violating state and federal laws. The lawsuit seeks monetary damages, restitution, and declaratory relief for the proposed class of minor victims.
This is not the first legal challenge against Coin Master or similar games. In 2020, German authorities filed a lawsuit against Moon Active, leading to restrictions on the game’s distribution within Germany and modifications like double age verification and clearer instructions on disabling in-app purchases. Additionally, lawyers are investigating whether Moon Active used deceptive tactics like false discounts and time pressure to encourage spending and manipulate players into spending more time and money on the game. Concerns exist about the potential violation of gambling and consumer protection laws.
Further, in 2021, a class action was filed in New York alleging that Coin Master’s mechanics are not truly random but are tilted in favor of the “house” to maximize player spending.
Similar lawsuits against other gaming companies, such as Roblox, have also addressed concerns about potential illegal gambling mechanics targeting minors. Previous settlements have been reached in cases alleging violations of gambling and consumer protection laws in other social casino games.
Is there a lawsuit against Coin Master?
The Coin Master class action lawsuit is Williams v. Moon Active Ltd., Case No. 4:25-cv-01626-YGR, in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
Can you really get money from a class action lawsuit?
Thanks for asking. While payouts vary, they offer at least some compensation for those who’ve been wronged. Understanding how class-action lawsuits work—how to join, what payout you might receive, and how long it may take—is essential before getting involved.
How to get rid of Coin Master?
From the main screen, click on the Menu bar and then on Settings ⚙️
Click on the ‘Accounts’ button and then on ‘Permanently delete my account’ on the bottom.
Confirm by pressing the ‘Delete’ button.
Complete the form to submit a request.