I wish Gog was more consistent about cross platform support. Seems like any game running Dosbos should be a no brainer to come out on Windows / Mac / Linux but often they package stuff for only 1 or two platforms.
The idea that CD PROJEKT RED could should own the trademark for "cyberpunk," a word predating Mike Pondsmith's system by a decade, is absurd.
If theres a company you can trust to not be an utter dick about it, its CD Projekt RED
They are about the only game company that exists that has my implicit trust, they wont use that copyright to do anything but narrowly protect their cyberpunk game.
The idea that CD PROJEKT RED could should own the trademark for "cyberpunk," a word predating Mike Pondsmith's system by a decade, is absurd.
If theres a company you can trust to not be an utter dick about it, its CD Projekt RED
They are about the only game company that exists that has my implicit trust, they wont use that copyright to do anything but narrowly protect their cyberpunk game.
Cool story bro. So they merely get to threaten anyone making a game that uses the word "cyberpunk" in the title or description. "Oh, but they won't!" But they can, and unless they sign something legally binding (hahahaha), it's totally within their "right" to go after a Deus Ex or a Shadowrun that uses the word "cyberpunk" in or in connection with their marketing (slogan, etc).
If you don't think those games are basically synonymous with cyberpunk, Google "Deus Ex cyberpunk" or "Shadowrun cyberpunk."
but doenst trademak only apply to the specific use of Cyberpunk. its not a copyright that they own the idea of cyberpunk, they just have the right to use it as a title etc.
The idea that CD PROJEKT RED could should own the trademark for "cyberpunk," a word predating Mike Pondsmith's system by a decade, is absurd.
If theres a company you can trust to not be an utter dick about it, its CD Projekt RED
They are about the only game company that exists that has my implicit trust, they wont use that copyright to do anything but narrowly protect their cyberpunk game.
Cool story bro. So they merely get to threaten anyone making a game that uses the word "cyberpunk" in the title or description. "Oh, but they won't!" But they can, and unless they sign something legally binding (hahahaha), it's totally within their "right" to go after a Deus Ex or a Shadowrun that uses the word "cyberpunk" in or in connection with their marketing (slogan, etc).
If you don't think those games are basically synonymous with cyberpunk, Google "Deus Ex cyberpunk" or "Shadowrun cyberpunk."
Cyberpunk as a word will continue to exist as an adjective and can be used. As he says in the post, this is only enforceable in cases where there is confusion about the product being sold. Trademarks have a fairly narrow application. I would say even if they made a Deus Ex: Cyberpunk, that would probably still be fine as it's not going to be confused for another series.
But at any rate, this is also just the nature of trademarks, and I'm not sure if you're arguing against the very concept of a trademark.
The idea that CD PROJEKT RED could should own the trademark for "cyberpunk," a word predating Mike Pondsmith's system by a decade, is absurd.
If theres a company you can trust to not be an utter dick about it, its CD Projekt RED
They are about the only game company that exists that has my implicit trust, they wont use that copyright to do anything but narrowly protect their cyberpunk game.
Cool story bro. So they merely get to threaten anyone making a game that uses the word "cyberpunk" in the title or description. "Oh, but they won't!" But they can, and unless they sign something legally binding (hahahaha), it's totally within their "right" to go after a Deus Ex or a Shadowrun that uses the word "cyberpunk" in or in connection with their marketing (slogan, etc).
If you don't think those games are basically synonymous with cyberpunk, Google "Deus Ex cyberpunk" or "Shadowrun cyberpunk."
That's not how Trademarks work. Trademarks are identifiers of products. Other people can use the word as long it doesn't appear to be associated with CD Projekt's Cyberpunk.
It's true that trademarks can be wielded like a club and it's kind of the whole point of CDPR's post. They aren't saying people can't use the term "cyberpunk", even in titles of things. They are specifically stating that they aren't going to use it like mojang and "scrolls" or games workshop and "space Marine" (look those up if you want examples of bad application of trademarks). It can actually be used as consumer protection because it will prevent copycats from trying to piggyback on the presumed success of cyberpunk 2077 by causing customer confusion. CDPR has a history of some very consumer friendly decisions and as such, I believe what they are saying. I mostly just appreciate the explanation and understanding as to why people might be concerned.
The idea that CD PROJEKT RED could should own the trademark for "cyberpunk," a word predating Mike Pondsmith's system by a decade, is absurd.
If theres a company you can trust to not be an utter dick about it, its CD Projekt RED
They are about the only game company that exists that has my implicit trust, they wont use that copyright to do anything but narrowly protect their cyberpunk game.
Cool story bro. So they merely get to threaten anyone making a game that uses the word "cyberpunk" in the title or description. "Oh, but they won't!" But they can, and unless they sign something legally binding (hahahaha), it's totally within their "right" to go after a Deus Ex or a Shadowrun that uses the word "cyberpunk" in or in connection with their marketing (slogan, etc).
If you don't think those games are basically synonymous with cyberpunk, Google "Deus Ex cyberpunk" or "Shadowrun cyberpunk."
Cyberpunk as a word will continue to exist as an adjective and can be used. As he says in the post, this is only enforceable in cases where there is confusion about the product being sold. Trademarks have a fairly narrow application. I would say even if they made a Deus Ex: Cyberpunk, that would probably still be fine as it's not going to be confused for another series.
But at any rate, this is also just the nature of trademarks, and I'm not sure if you're arguing against the very concept of a trademark.
It sure seems like any use of the word "cyberpunk" in conjunction with a digital (or heck, board) game would potentially be considered infringement. Just because they say they won't litigate doesn't mean they won't (or scare off other companies from even trying).
The idea that CD PROJEKT RED could should own the trademark for "cyberpunk," a word predating Mike Pondsmith's system by a decade, is absurd.
If theres a company you can trust to not be an utter dick about it, its CD Projekt RED
They are about the only game company that exists that has my implicit trust, they wont use that copyright to do anything but narrowly protect their cyberpunk game.
Cool story bro. So they merely get to threaten anyone making a game that uses the word "cyberpunk" in the title or description. "Oh, but they won't!" But they can, and unless they sign something legally binding (hahahaha), it's totally within their "right" to go after a Deus Ex or a Shadowrun that uses the word "cyberpunk" in or in connection with their marketing (slogan, etc).
If you don't think those games are basically synonymous with cyberpunk, Google "Deus Ex cyberpunk" or "Shadowrun cyberpunk."
Cyberpunk as a word will continue to exist as an adjective and can be used. As he says in the post, this is only enforceable in cases where there is confusion about the product being sold. Trademarks have a fairly narrow application. I would say even if they made a Deus Ex: Cyberpunk, that would probably still be fine as it's not going to be confused for another series.
But at any rate, this is also just the nature of trademarks, and I'm not sure if you're arguing against the very concept of a trademark.
It sure seems like any use of the word "cyberpunk" in conjunction with a digital (or heck, board) game would potentially be considered infringement. Just because they say they won't litigate doesn't mean they won't (or scare off other companies from even trying).
Trademarks are not a cut and dry type of thing, which is why that page lists a lot of factors the court would have to look at.
the defendant's intent in adopting its mark; and the strength of the plaintiff's mark.
The fact that they made this post stating they would only use it defensively could be shown in court against them if they tried to use it offensively. And since it's a word that existed for a long while beforehand, they could rule that it's a fairly weak mark, without a wide application.
The idea that CD PROJEKT RED could should own the trademark for "cyberpunk," a word predating Mike Pondsmith's system by a decade, is absurd.
If theres a company you can trust to not be an utter dick about it, its CD Projekt RED
They are about the only game company that exists that has my implicit trust, they wont use that copyright to do anything but narrowly protect their cyberpunk game.
Cool story bro. So they merely get to threaten anyone making a game that uses the word "cyberpunk" in the title or description. "Oh, but they won't!" But they can, and unless they sign something legally binding (hahahaha), it's totally within their "right" to go after a Deus Ex or a Shadowrun that uses the word "cyberpunk" in or in connection with their marketing (slogan, etc).
If you don't think those games are basically synonymous with cyberpunk, Google "Deus Ex cyberpunk" or "Shadowrun cyberpunk."
Cyberpunk as a word will continue to exist as an adjective and can be used. As he says in the post, this is only enforceable in cases where there is confusion about the product being sold. Trademarks have a fairly narrow application. I would say even if they made a Deus Ex: Cyberpunk, that would probably still be fine as it's not going to be confused for another series.
But at any rate, this is also just the nature of trademarks, and I'm not sure if you're arguing against the very concept of a trademark.
It sure seems like any use of the word "cyberpunk" in conjunction with a digital (or heck, board) game would potentially be considered infringement. Just because they say they won't litigate doesn't mean they won't (or scare off other companies from even trying).
Look at it this way: If CD Projekt didn't register the trademark and someone else decides to be a dick about it and registers it instead, they'll lose the ability to keep calling their games Cyberpunk like they state in the letter. This is very much a case of don't hate the player, hate the game.
GOG has just put the Saints Row games on GOG Connect for like 6 days. So go here (http://gog.com/connect) and link your Steam account to have your Steam Saints Row games added to your GOG account.
GOG has just put the Saints Row games on GOG Connect for like 6 days. So go here (http://gog.com/connect) and link your Steam account to have your Steam Saints Row games added to your GOG account.
also worth mentioning, Saints Row 2 is free for the next day or so. grab it while you can.
GOG has just put the Saints Row games on GOG Connect for like 6 days. So go here (http://gog.com/connect) and link your Steam account to have your Steam Saints Row games added to your GOG account.
also worth mentioning, Saints Row 2 is free for the next day or so. grab it while you can.
I always miss their freebies by a day or hour, so thanks for the heads up.
At some point recently I must have purchased or been gifted a bunch of the Incredible Machine games on GOG. It's no exaggeration to say that my current career as an engineer has a lot to do with playing these games in middle school. Every day after classes me and one of my friends would go to the Mod Tech room and work on our own custom puzzles, some of which the instructors used in class!
Free copy of Eador: Genesis to celebrate the arrival of Gremlins, Inc. I don't know anything about Eador but the price is right
If you own Renowned Explorers on Steam, go to GOG.com/connect and get your free GOG copy. I'm excited about this one because this is a perfect game to play on my work breaks but work blocks Steam.
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...looking at the PC version, I think it's best staying a Sega CD game.
20% off, making it $12.
Update includes:
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I really appreciate this kind of openness and explanation.
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Penny Arcade Rockstar Social Club / This is why I despise cyclists
If theres a company you can trust to not be an utter dick about it, its CD Projekt RED
They are about the only game company that exists that has my implicit trust, they wont use that copyright to do anything but narrowly protect their cyberpunk game.
If you don't think those games are basically synonymous with cyberpunk, Google "Deus Ex cyberpunk" or "Shadowrun cyberpunk."
Penny Arcade Rockstar Social Club / This is why I despise cyclists
http://steamcommunity.com/id/BretonBrawler
Cyberpunk as a word will continue to exist as an adjective and can be used. As he says in the post, this is only enforceable in cases where there is confusion about the product being sold. Trademarks have a fairly narrow application. I would say even if they made a Deus Ex: Cyberpunk, that would probably still be fine as it's not going to be confused for another series.
But at any rate, this is also just the nature of trademarks, and I'm not sure if you're arguing against the very concept of a trademark.
That's not how Trademarks work. Trademarks are identifiers of products. Other people can use the word as long it doesn't appear to be associated with CD Projekt's Cyberpunk.
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Wasn't that about Bethesda going after Mojang?
I think you're right. I'm on my phone which makes me lazy. Either way, that case is a perfect example, I think.
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Yeah. Also, King with "Saga" (and going after The Banner Saga). I'm not worried with this, though.
Right. "Apple" goes all the way back the Beatles.
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Getting started with BATTLETECH: Part 1 / Part 2
It sure seems like any use of the word "cyberpunk" in conjunction with a digital (or heck, board) game would potentially be considered infringement. Just because they say they won't litigate doesn't mean they won't (or scare off other companies from even trying).
Penny Arcade Rockstar Social Club / This is why I despise cyclists
So nothing changes with this one way or another. They just hopefully calm a few people down.
Trademarks are not a cut and dry type of thing, which is why that page lists a lot of factors the court would have to look at.
The fact that they made this post stating they would only use it defensively could be shown in court against them if they tried to use it offensively. And since it's a word that existed for a long while beforehand, they could rule that it's a fairly weak mark, without a wide application.
Look at it this way: If CD Projekt didn't register the trademark and someone else decides to be a dick about it and registers it instead, they'll lose the ability to keep calling their games Cyberpunk like they state in the letter. This is very much a case of don't hate the player, hate the game.
Wow, that's a deal. INSIDE is absolutely incredible. (Also dark and disturbing. But incredibly dark and disturbing.)
Steam profile.
Getting started with BATTLETECH: Part 1 / Part 2
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https://www.gog.com/game/tachyon_the_fringe
also worth mentioning, Saints Row 2 is free for the next day or so. grab it while you can.
I always miss their freebies by a day or hour, so thanks for the heads up.
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https://www.gog.com/game/mount_blade
Edit: Felt like I needed to clarified the time frame.
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