Digital Ownership Dilemma in Gaming and Media

This chapter explores the enduring appeal of Super Smash Bros. Melee and the complexities of digital ownership, highlighting the challenges posed by gaming companies like Nintendo regarding emulation and modifications. It delves into the troubling rise of subscription services that blur the lines of ownership in both gaming and broader media industries, emphasizing consumer frustrations. The discussion extends to the impact of corporate practices on journalism, advocating for greater accessibility of critical information without paywalls.