Gamespot did some genuine reporting when they followed up on a Xbox.com forum member's claims that he (or she) filed a lawsuit against Microsoft for "Breach of Contract, violation of the Washington Consumer Protection Act ("CPA") (RCW 19.86) and, alternatively, Negligence" for "bricking" problems associated with the fall Xbox 360 update issued on October 31. Turns out, that poster, REDRUM6622, did file a suit against the company as a class action.

According to Gamespot, the suit seeks a minimum of $10 million in damages, depending on how MS decides to defend itself. Microsoft issued an official response to Gamespot, with clarification on the company's policy regarding repairs and shipping.

Should be fun to watch this one play out! Michael McWhertor

Microsoft sued for 360 update issues [Gamespot]

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