The line between skill and chance is more than philosophical—it’s legal, and it’s shaking the foundation of iGaming. From poker and fantasy sports to slots and loot boxes, the classification determines a game’s regulatory fate. While operators push to define their offerings as “games of skill” to avoid gambling laws, regulators and courts worldwide are drawing their own lines. This article dives into the key legal battles, global inconsistencies, and what it all means for the future of online gambling. If chance dominates, regulation tightens. If skill prevails, innovation wins. But the legal ambiguity isn’t going away anytime soon