by mikejkelley on Mar 8th, 2008 digg this super bookmark
I've recently researched and written an article regarding copyright infringement as it applies to modding (and, briefly, the legal repercussions of hosting copyright-infringing materials). I completed it with the input of several lawyers and a professional game designer.
I realize that the "soapbox" feature's establishment is probably not coincidental with the "IP in mods" debate and that the article may seem a good candidate for inclusion in the "soapbox" feature. However, as the article contains a much higher ratio of legal citation than opinion (it contains a singular conclusion that is the reflection of a multitude of statutes and legal precedents), putting it in an oped feature would tend to undermine the amount of research and professional input it includes. As a result I would only be willing to let it run as a feature.
I'm sure the staff and users of moddb.com are just as concerned as I am about the survivability of modding. Hopefully, understanding the legal repercussions of making and distributing copyright infringing materials will result in change for the better and help to ensure the survivability of modding for years to come.
Mikejkelley.com
Thanks for your time and consideration and I hope to see the article featured soon.
Sincerely,
Michael Kelley
Hey Mike I responded on your question in animegroup.
Hit the nail on the head with D.E.A.D mod mate not really sure whats goin on there lol....v confusing i mean i understand announcing the mod but using stock crysis screenies seems wierd. Its probs one of those mods with 1 or 2 guys with no experience. I hope they get some guys on their team so its not just another idea with flashy pics that goes no where.
True, eh?
But seriously I haven't played a game where you're part of the Canadian Armed Forces or even North Koreans for example. Like take CoD4 for instance, it only had Britain and US Marines as the Singleplayer countries. I think they should have at least had a campaign from the other point of view; to make it somewhat fresh. But oh well, that's my two cents ^^.
I think it's because we've got cooler weapons. ;)
right back at ya!
the same to you :D
Thanks! It was certainly very merry indeed.
*hic*
I'm looking into the problem for you, and will let you know as soon as I've worked out what's happening and how to solve it.
Hee hee....and the same to you, hope you had a great time!
happy new year also! hope DCD is coming along well.