I am of the opinion that a gameplay idea should not be held solely by a single entity. That could backfire real fast.
However, using a trademarked name while copying it should definetly lean into illegal territory.
Unpacking developer calls out Nintendo after reporting "cheap fakes" on its eShop [Eurogamer]
Submitted 6 days ago by theangriestbird@beehaw.org to gaming@beehaw.org
theangriestbird@beehaw.org 6 days ago
if others do it with Nintendo’s property, it’s copyright theft. If Nintendo profits from people doing with other properties, it’s business as usual.
DebatableRaccoon@lemmy.ca 6 days ago
Nintendo really is the Disney of video games.