Law and computer games

The federal government's computer games funding has been reorganized to provide even more targeted support for the German games industry....

  Converting a successful computer game into a board game can be a fascinating way to expand a popular brand...

Founding a game development studio is an exciting challenge that requires creativity, technical know-how and entrepreneurial skills. The federal government's...

When I sat on a video call a few days ago with an indie developer who had just signed his...

As a legal consultant in the games industry for many years, I see it time and time again: a promising...

As a lawyer who has been advising game developers for over two decades and is a passionate gamer myself, I...

Working with external creatives is essential for many game developers, but it also poses legal challenges, particularly in the area...

The recent ruling of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) in case C-159/23 marks a significant milestone in the field...

Advocate General at the ECJ on the admissibility of cheat software For many years, I had the opportunity to accompany...

Introduction In my many years as a lawyer, I have drawn up numerous publishing agreements and advise mobile game developers,...

License keys have long been used in the software industry to control and monetize the use of programs. The purchaser...

Introduction: The distinction between SFTs and NFTs As a lawyer specializing in advising clients in the blockchain sector, I am...

Austrian court ruling against "Counter-Strike" lootboxes: a precedent for Germany? A recent court ruling in Austria has caused a stir...

Oh wow: Epic Games, the developer behind the world-famous game Fortnite, has scored a remarkable victory in an unprecedented antitrust...

Introduction As a lawyer with a history in the gaming sector, I often come across cases involving blocked gaming accounts....

Introduction Geoblocking is a complex but highly relevant issue that affects not only online stores, but also a wide range...

I recently had the opportunity to speak with International Games Magazine (IGM) about the use of Generative AI in game...

A publishing contract can be the turning point in any game developer's career, contributing to the growth and success of...

The Digital Services Act (DSA) represents a significant change in the European digital regulatory framework and has a strong impact...

The legal challenges and opportunities arising from the use of AI in game development. In today's digital world, where Artificial...