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Nintendo Defends IP Rights Amid Emulator Controversy

1/15/2025

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At the Tokyo eSports Festa 2025, Nintendo's attorney Koji Nishiura shed light on the complex world of emulators. He clarified that while emulators themselves aren't illegal, they cross a line when they replicate programs or bypass security, potentially infringing on copyright. Nintendo's commitment to safeguarding its intellectual property underscores its support for all developers in the gaming community.

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At the Tokyo eSports Festa 2025, Nintendo's attorney Koji Nishiura shed light on the complex world of emulators. He clarified that while emulators themselves aren't illegal, they cross a line when they replicate programs or bypass security, potentially infringing on copyright. Nintendo's commitment to safeguarding its intellectual property underscores its support for all developers in the gaming community.