The two men have already appeared in court, although the trial won't resume until October 14th. Whatever happens in the case, it could set an important precedent for game-based gambling. Social media celebs in the UK may be more hesitant to promote betting on video games, or at least put more disclaimers on their existing efforts. Non-UK residents aren't under quite so much pressure, but it wouldn't be shocking if the charges prompt game betting advocates elsewhere to clean up their acts.

@FUTGlVEAWAYZ Let us worry about that kind of stuff, yeah. Jesus, lmao. Go annoy someone else, somewhere else. — NepentheZ (@NepentheZ) June 29, 2015