Is it just a case of similarity, or did Schedule 1 draw too much inspiration? Movie Games has started an investigation, claiming to have found notable resemblances between the game and its Drug Dealer Simulator series.
This analysis immediately identified the use of several elements protected by copyright, including parts of the game’s storyline, mechanics, and UI (User Interface).
The UI is protected by copyright?
Sounds like bullshit. DDS’s publisher should focus on improving DDS2. I was considering getting it, but decided against it when I read the reviews (many bugs, subpar updates).
I mean, if they find actual artwork, audio, or code stolen, much of which goes into UI development, that would definitely make for a fair case. I’d presume that Schedule 1 devs would never do something so stupid though.
I doubt they will find anything copyright wise, patent wise maybe if they had patents for some of the mechanics, but if they don’t already have the mechanics, and try to file post-fact that’s going to backfire.
The UI is protected by copyright?
Sounds like bullshit. DDS’s publisher should focus on improving DDS2. I was considering getting it, but decided against it when I read the reviews (many bugs, subpar updates).
I mean, if they find actual artwork, audio, or code stolen, much of which goes into UI development, that would definitely make for a fair case. I’d presume that Schedule 1 devs would never do something so stupid though.
I doubt they will find anything copyright wise, patent wise maybe if they had patents for some of the mechanics, but if they don’t already have the mechanics, and try to file post-fact that’s going to backfire.