Re: Re: Re: Can computer games be patented?
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Posted by M. Arthur Auslander on November 06, 2003 at 07:24:29:
In Reply to: Re: Re: Can computer games be patented? posted by Mike M. on November 05, 2003 at 11:09:34:
: : : I have an idea for a Computer Game. My question is: Can I patent a computer or video game? I know I can copyright it but I don't think that protects my idea! : : : Any help is greatly appreciated. Also what would it cost? I should have asked that first. : : Dear Mr. Mannering, : : If the game elements are identifiable and the elements of the game interact in a novel way a patent may be obtainable. : : The problem is that different unter actions of the elements may not be coverable by the patent. : : Patents are expensive and have a short life and take a long time to get. : : You can probably patent your game. : : M. Arthur Auslander : : Auslander & Thomas-Intellectual Property Law Since 1909 : : 3008 Johnson Ave., New York, NY 10463 : : 7185430266, aus@auslander.com : : ELAINE's Workshop® : : E arly L egal A dvice I s N ot E xpensive™ : : Reality Check® : Thank you, M. Arthur Auslander! --
: Then can a copyright protect an abstract board game? Dear Mr. Mannering, Yes. If you are going to invest in a game, it ought to be worth while to get IP help early so that you can assess even the risk of time involvement. M. Arthur Auslander Auslander & Thomas-Intellectual Property Law Since 1909 3008 Johnson Ave., New York, NY 10463 7185430266, aus@auslander.com ELAINE's Workshop® E arly L egal A dvice I s N ot E xpensive™ Reality Check®
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