A California bill backed by the Stop Killing Games campaign fails to advance after losing a Senate committee vote, according to multiple outlets. The proposal would require publishers that shut down servers for paid online games to provide players with an alternative version that remains playable without the servers, or to offer full refunds. Reporting says the bill falls short by a narrow margin, with one outlet stating it was “only three votes away.” Because the measure did not secure committee approval, its progress through California’s legislative process stalls for the current session. Coverage describes the bill as part of the broader Stop Killing Games effort to address concerns that players lose access to purchased online games when services are discontinued. While the committee vote prevents immediate further movement, the reporting indicates the campaign has not abandoned the effort and may seek additional support or revisions. The sources do not cite a final fate for the legislation beyond this committee setback.