Video Games Europe's Response to the European Commission’s Call for Evidence on the Digital Fitness Check

Video Games Europe has formally submitted its recommendations to the European Commission regarding the Digital Fitness Check, an initiative aimed at evaluating the effectiveness and coherence of the current EU digital regulatory framework. The primary thesis of the submission is that the existing legislative landscape for digital businesses has become increasingly complex, necessitating a more rigorous assessment of regulatory burdens, legislative consistency, and the empirical justification for new restrictions.

The organization advocates for a comprehensive review that accounts for the cumulative compliance burden imposed by various frameworks, including the EU consumer law acquis and the AI Act. A central recommendation is that the Commission must evaluate not only existing laws but also the foreseeable impact of upcoming legislation to prevent regulatory overlap and operational friction. Furthermore, the submission emphasizes the need for a stronger evidence-based approach when proposing new regulatory measures, ensuring that interventions are grounded in clear, objective data rather than speculative requirements.

To improve the regulatory environment, the industry body calls for enhanced coordination among national regulators. Specifically, it suggests that these authorities should be mandated to engage in formal consultation and cooperation processes to ensure a harmonized application of rules across the European Union. By focusing on these structural improvements, the industry seeks to foster a more predictable and sustainable environment for digital innovation and consumer protection within the European market.