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Nemesis System Patent Limits Game Innovation Until 2036

3/25/2025

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  • The Nemesis System, crafted by Monolith Productions for Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, was designed to boost player engagement through unique rivalries, addressing revenue dips from second-hand game sales. Yet, its patent, locked until 2036, stifles creativity and innovation for future developers, leaving them to ponder what could have been.