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  • maximum risky

    Man Arrested For Sharing Rape Game

    The Kyoto Police's High Tech Crime Unit has arrested 38-year-old Kawasaki City resident Hidetoshi Fukuzawa for illegally sharing an erotic game via the internet. More »
    07/09/09
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    By Brian Ashcraft

    Comment by Mromson: This is what happens when a government denies their people what they want. The People > Government > Corporations 41 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Square Enix Brings Hammer Down On French Retailer

    Like Nintendo, Square Enix take their intellectual property ownership seriously. So seriously that the Japanese publisher is taking legal action against a single French retailer, accused of selling pirated Square merchandise. More »
    07/02/09
    13,083
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by spannu: They probably just chose French since they knew it'd be a guaranteed victory. 30 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Microsoft Sued Over Xbox Live

    In 1994, Peter Hochstein and Jeffrey Tenenbaum patented a method for "communicating live while playing the same video game in separate locations". In 2004, they sued Microsoft, accusing Xbox Live of infringing on that patent. More »
    07/01/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by Soyerzzz: Why must Americans sue over everything? 38 Responses | Other threads

  • crime

    College Freshman Gets Life in Console-Dispute Tragedy

    A Fresno man was sentenced on Friday to life in prison for shooting a 19-year-old to death in a dispute over a PlayStation 2, bringing to a close a tragedy first reported on two years ago. More »
    06/27/09
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    By Owen Good

    Comment by Paradox me: Self defense? Why do you even have a gun with you in the first place? What a waste, just makes you... 80 Responses | Other threads

  • australia

    Australian Web Filter May Block Legitimate Import Retailers

    There's currently a wildly unpopular (not to mention practically unworkable) piece of legislation in the pipeline here in Australia that, if passed, will be a kick in the teeth to already-suffering Aussie gamers. More »
    06/25/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by DrunkAus: I was talking to a friend about this not long ago, we came to the conclusion that the only answer... 14 Responses | Other threads

  • final fantasy xi

    Square Enix Sued For $5 Million

    Square Enix of America is being sued for allegedly deceiving 100,000 customers for "unfair business practices, false advertising and unjust enrichment" regarding online title Final Fantasy XI. More »
    06/25/09
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    By Brian Ashcraft

    Comment by Evdor: I smell a rat. I haven't played XI, of course, but I knew full well it had a monthly... 24 Responses | Other threads

  • wii

    Kid Icarus "Clone" Changes It's Name To Something Less Icarian

    Since Nintendo won't be releasing a Kid Icarus game on the Wii any time soon, OTT Games decided to release something very similar in Icarian: Kindred Spirits. Turns out it might have been too similar. More »
    06/24/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by grantevans: Does this mean we'll be getting a new Kid Icarus game from Nintendo? 14 Responses | Other threads

  • duke nukem

    Duke Nukem Forever Still In Development

    Getting slightly sick of all this to-and-fro myself, but if you're still hanging on the development status of Duke Nukem Forever, developers 3D Realms claim the game is still being worked on. More »
    06/23/09
    31,184
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by ConfuciusMax: How old are you luke because I grew up with this game and it would STILL be awesome to actually... 27 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Konami Staffer Sues For "Discrimination"

    Konami Digital Entertainment employee Yoko Sekiguchi is suing the company for what she calls "discrimination". More »
    06/18/09
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    By Brian Ashcraft

    Comment by Lythium: Wait, a woman away from the kitchen? Scandalous. I kid, I kid! This is a pretty sorry state of affairs for... 69 Responses | Other threads

  • crime

    Prison Bans PS3 Consoles Over Escape Fears

    We've heard how the PS3's Cell processor can be used for not just games, but other things like cancer research. But prison breaks? That, we hadn't heard. Until now. More »
    06/15/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by Celestial Panda: But if they stabbed each other, then there'd be fewer criminals! Win/Win mayhaps? 25 Responses | Other threads

  • tim curry

    Brutal Legend: Ronnie James Dio Dropped As Guest Character

    There once was a time that Black Sabbath legend Ronnie James Dio was included amongst the list of guest stars appearing in Brutal Legend. That time has passed. But don't worry. You should see who's replacing him. More »
    06/15/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by Kyle Mann: Aaaand this game has quickly gone from my must-buy list to my blacklist. 47 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Incoming, Increasing Numbers of Video Game Attorneys!

    Video games are changing. Developers are taking more initiative in getting their games out there, and publishers are increasingly using downloadable content as a business model. That means one thing: More lawyers. More »
    06/10/09
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    By Brian Ashcraft

    Comment by Mister Jack is Stalking Konata: For the crime of deleting all your virtual husband's uber-1337 endgame items because you saw him with a night elf... 3 Responses | Other threads

  • madden

    NFL Retirees, Union Finally Settle Madden Licensing Lawsuit

    Saying it wanted to patch things up with its increasingly embittered and estranged retirees, the NFL Players' Association dropped its appeal of a multimillion-dollar judgment related to former players' uncompensated appearance in EA's Madden series. More »
    06/06/09
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    By Owen Good

    Comment by Shinra1003: Anyone else think he looks like the TF2 Heavy? 7 Responses | Other threads

  • e3 2009

    Tim Schafer Responds To Activision's Brutal Legend Lawsuit

    Activision's none too pleased about Double Fine Productions' heavy metal epic Brütal Legend having gone to EA. So it's suing the developer. What say you, Double Fine president Tim Schafer? More »
    06/04/09
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    By Michael McWhertor

    Comment by Svenjers: Oh Tim Schafer, you're almost too cool. 18 Responses | Other threads

  • oddities

    In Russia, Xbox 360 Controller Movie Poster Gun Shoots You

    This fall, action flick Gamers will shoot up theaters. Not to be confused with Hollywood flick Game, this movie's plot centers around the transfers of gaming skills to real life: More »
    06/03/09
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    By Brian Ashcraft

    Comment by Shidori: im from Russia and i'm ashamed of this movie...this "movie" supports fact that 100% of our movies an absolute crap... 11 Responses | Other threads

  • crime

    Sell a Used Game in Florida, Leave Your Thumbprint

    The sheriff of Broward County, Fla. (Fort Lauderdale) says Florida law requires him to treat used games the same as merchandise sold at pawn shops. That means sellers can't go home with their cash (or store credit) without leaving a greasy smudge. More »
    05/31/09
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    By Owen Good

    Comment by Raspberyl's Lover: That is the dumbest law I have ever heard. 40 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Sony Rumble Lawsuit Back, Guy Claims Sony Ripped Him Off

    In 2007, Sony settled a long-running dispute with Immersion, a company holding patents for control pad rumble technology. The world moved on. But now, the lawsuit (or at least part of it) is back. More »
    05/18/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by Tracid: So sue the lawyers not Sony dummy. 11 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    PS3 "Slim" Photos Result In Cease & Desist From Taiwanese Lawyers

    Late last week, we posted what appeared to be the first pictures of the PLAYSTATION 3 "Slim". Taiwan-based attorney Li Mo & Associates contacted us, potentially giving credence to the validity of the pictures. More »
    05/18/09
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    By Brian Ashcraft

    Comment by DarthMetalHope: I still hope these arent really....er...real. Not the prettiest thing ive ever seen lol *hugs her giant PS3* 31 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    GameStop Class Action Attorney Investigating Latest Used as New Claims

    GameStop's alleged practice of selling games played by employees as new could be a violation of the class action lawsuit settlement that the national retailer agreed to, according to the attorney who handled the case. More »
    05/18/09
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    By Brian Crecente

    Comment by MasterYong: It's pretty easy to tell. If they give you one of the copies that's chilling out in a paper... 22 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    3D Realms' Miller Responds to Take-Two Nukem Suit

    3D Realms never received any of the $12 million that Take-Two is suing the company for, 3D Reamls' co-founder Scott Miller told Shacknews today. More »
    05/16/09
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    By Brian Crecente

    Comment by flyingsupernerds are go!: "Take-Two also says they more than $12 million in the game." How they more than $12 million? 31 Responses | Other threads

  • germany

    Nazis Vs. Bomberman

    Former German politician Martin Budich is in hot water for invoking violence...against Nazis...with Bomberman. More »
    05/15/09
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    By Brian Ashcraft

    Comment by The Forgetful Brain: You can tout various Freedom of Speech rights all you like, but it escapes me how KKK and Nazi parties... 24 Responses | Other threads

  • 3d realms

    Take-Two Sues Duke Nukem Forever Devs Over Failure To Deliver

    The 12-year-long development soap opera that was Duke Nukem Forever ended on a disappointing note. More disappointing for publisher Take-Two Interactive, which invested over $12 million in the game. Understandably, Take-Two is suing 3D Realms. More »
    05/14/09
    66,069
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    By Michael McWhertor

    Comment by elmorepow: It's time to kick ass - and chew bubblegum. But I'm all out of gum. 27 Responses | Other threads

  • business

    Former Midway Bosses, Board Members Sued For "Corporate Waste"

    And the soap opera surrounding the demise of Midway continues! This week, stay tuned as former majority shareholder Sumner Redstone and several former board members are sued for "corporate waste and unjust enrichment". More »
    05/12/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by Trygle12 is depressed, confused and has a headache.: Excellent picture for the case. I assume the Reptile is a lawyer? 6 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Scratch DJ, Activision Set to Do Cash For Code Swap

    Scratch DJ Games should be getting the source code for their upcoming DJ sim from 7 Studios tomorrow, but not until the publisher places a bond with the court, according to a 34-page court transcript. More »
    05/12/09
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    By Brian Crecente

    Comment by chang187: It's SOOO cool to hate something once it gets too popular. 12 Responses | Other threads

  • hollywood

    Roger Avary's Name Mentioned With Silent Hill 2 By Novelist

    Oscar winner Roger Avary (Pulp Fiction) penned the movie version of Konami horror game Silent Hill. Word has it he's involved with the sequel. More »
    05/11/09
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    By Brian Ashcraft

    Comment by Blue Wizard 422: I think Silent Hill was the best video game movie I've ever seen. It was far from perfect (Pyramid Head... 15 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Texas May Force Sex Offenders To Register Gamertags

    Legislators in Texas have proposed a bill that would expand what registered sex offenders would be required to disclose, including the release of online screen names. That could potentially even cover online gaming social networks. More »
    05/06/09
    6,699
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    By Michael McWhertor

    Comment by Sammo21: Good. The more we can do to protect kids from these idiots, the better. While this won't really... 15 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Why Richard Garriott Is Suing NCsoft

    What's the story behind gaming legend Richard Garriott's $24 million lawsuit against massively-multiplayer online game developer NCsoft? The court filing unearthed by GamePolitics reveals a sordid tale of betrayal. More »
    05/06/09
    25,133
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    By Mike Fahey

    Comment by Fallible.: He wanted to leave, NCSoft agreed to let him leave, he left. He didn't even kick up a stink about... 54 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Richard Garriott Suing NCsoft For $24,000,000

    Late last year, Ultima creator Richard Garriott split from NCsoft, the developers and publishers behind his latest game, Tabula Rasa. Sounds like the split wasn't exactly amicable. More »
    05/05/09
    34,635
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by Archaotic: What. Jesus, that's...not cool. That's a lot of money. Hopefully some more information will come to light... 18 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Nintendo Forces Swedish Dental Surgery To Change Name

    Not a headline you'd expect to read first thing on a Monday, granted, but it's true: Nintendo's lawyers have made a small dental surgery in Malmö, Sweden, change its name. More »
    05/04/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by Matthew Lynagh: Doesn't matter. I lost all respect for Nintendo a while ago. 23 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    Nintendo's Record Court Fine Reduced By Soft-Hearted Judge

    Back in 2002, Nintendo were busted by the European Union for price-fixing. Their punishment was a €149 million (USD$200 million) fine, which is still one of the biggest penalties ever handed out by the EU. More »
    05/01/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by Perfectnumpty: I wonder if the same 'good behavior' reward applies to a death sentence... 16 Responses | Other threads

  • esa

    ESA's Lobbyist-Womans is Gone

    A little over two months after being named the "senior v.p. for government affairs" (read: top lobbyist) for the Entertainment Software Alliance Association (this is not Star Wars), Jennifer A. Manner is now gone. More »
    04/25/09
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    By Owen Good

    Comment by Nitro378: I always got confused - what the hell is a lobbyist anyway? I think it's an American thing... 16 Responses | Other threads

  • lawyer-mans

    Activision, Gibson Guitar Settle Claims

    Sometime last week, Activision and Gibson Guitar decided to end their legal wrangling over a patent infringement claim made against the Guitar Hero franchise. Terms ain't disclosed. More »
    04/25/09
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    By Owen Good

    Comment by Fallible.: Whatever happened to imitation being the sincerest form of flattery? That said, I'd still like royalties if someone where to use... 8 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    More Legal Fuss Over Scratch DJ Game

    What. A. Mess. Having been sued by publishers Genius Products earlier in the week, Scratch developers 7 Studios are now suing them right back. More »
    04/23/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by djseifer: Could we get a brief synopsis on this fustercluck series of lawsuits? 1 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    TimeGate And Paramount Reach Section 8 Agreement

    TimeGate Studios once again successfully defends the name of their game, reaching an agreement with Paramount in the lawsuit over the name Section 8. More »
    04/23/09
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    By Mike Fahey

    Comment by Glitchigo: damn, what's so special about Section 8 in particular? Any number would work 6 Responses | Other threads

  • final fantasy

    There Must Be A LOT Of People Pirating Advent Children

    If you're thinking of pirating a copy of Final Fantasy Advent Children, we may as well let you know that Square Enix have been "monitoring illegal upload and public communication" of the movie. More »
    04/21/09
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    By Luke Plunkett

    Comment by Archaotic: Probably mostly bitter 360 fans...kidding, kidding. It saddens me that every time a new movie or game comes out, people have... 89 Responses | Other threads

  • lawsuit

    L.A. Court Finds In Favor Of Scratch DJ

    A California judge has ruled in favor of Scratch DJ Game LLC, granting a temporary restraining order against Activision Publishing, ordering all Scratch intellectual property returned immediately. More »
    04/20/09
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    By Mike Fahey

    Comment by Archaotic: Nice. Any loss for Activision is a gain for the industry. Good to hear. 17 Responses | Other threads

  • ea sports

    Claim: NFL Retirees Now Intend to Sue Madden, EA

    Fresh off a $28 million victory over their own union, a retired NFL player says his comrades are targeting John Madden and Electronic Arts for their roles in games using their likenesses without compensating them. More »
    04/19/09
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    By Owen Good

    Comment by CI254: I've always hated lawsuits about people being upset about being in a video game. They should be honored it's not... 22 Responses | Other threads

  • tha law

    Thompson's Final Pleading Most Likely Heard

    Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court considered ex-lawyer-mans Jack Thompson's request to help him get back to current lawyer-mans land. It's not expected to get very far. More »
    04/18/09
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    By Owen Good

    Comment by Derek Rumpler: He'll find something new to line his pockets. He already has a tremendous fan base with liberal news reporters. 28 Responses | Other threads

  • piracy

    ESA Applauds Pirate Bay's Year in Jail

    The Pirate Bay took a broadsides in Swedish court and the Entertainment Software Association is over the moon about it. More »
    04/17/09
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    By Brian Crecente

    Comment by blachole: Applaud all they want..the website still exists. Just because they put the creators and owners in jail, doesn't mean that... 67 Responses | Other threads

  • legal

    The Pirate Bay Court Decision: Guilty

    A verdict has been reached in the nine-day trial against one of the largest BitTorrent websites The Pirate Bay. Ironically, the decision was leaked from the court. More »
    04/17/09
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    By Brian Ashcraft

    Comment by theuglyteradon: It's all going to start crumbling down after this. I'm actually surprised about such a short prison sentence, but... 50 Responses | Other threads

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