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Julien Mailland, "The Game That Never Ends: How Lawyers Shape the Videogame Industry" (MIT Press, 2024)

Dec 21, 2024
Julien Mailland, author of "The Game That Never Ends: How Lawyers Shape the Videogame Industry," dives deep into the legal intricacies that influence gaming. He unpacks why FIFA 15 faced recalls in France and the quirky renaming of Vodka Drunkenski. Mailland illuminates how landmark legal battles have shaped player experiences and spurred the rise of third-party developers, all while navigating the complex intersection of law and gaming culture. His insights reveal the hidden yet powerful role lawyers play in defining the video game landscape.
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