Courthouse News Service reports that a group of 100,000 Final Fantasy XI customers have filed a federal class action lawsuit against Square Enix of America over fees and penalties (thanks Edge). Word is:

Named plaintiff Esther Leong of San Francisco says that Washington-based Square Enix lied about or concealed its monthly fees, penalties for late payments, interest, restrictions, and other things that should have been fully disclosed at points of purchase.

The class seeks damages of more than $5 million, alleging unfair business practices, false advertising, and unjust enrichment.