The Impact of Intellectual Property Rights on the Gaming Industry
Keywords:
Video Games, Intellectual Property Rights, Copyright, Trademark, Patent, Legal Protection, Online Game PiracyAbstract
IPR plays a significant role in the gaming industry because it protects creative works, innovations, and technological advancement that drives its growth. With the continued growth of the gaming sector around the world, IPR will allow developers, publishers, and other stakeholders to protect their original content from piracy and unauthorized use. This protection will not only lead to innovation in the creation since it allows exclusive rights for its creators but will also maintain a healthy economic balance in the industry. Copyright and patent infringement along with trademark will be sorted and kept under a fair competitive ground, which will ensure investment and ensure that the work of the developer is valued adequately. This abstract discusses the importance of IPR in the gaming industry, focusing on the promotion of creativity, business models, and sustainability leading to ultimate success in the sector.
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