Strict Action Against Dead or Alive Fanart Images
Koei Tecmo has taken “strict action” against thousands of provocative Dead or Alive fanart images because the characters are “like daughters” to their creators.
Koei Tecmo’s Legal Stance
As reported in GameWatch (thanks, Automaton), Koei Tecmo’s legal affairs lead, Tomotoshi Nishimura, recently addressed a copyright conference. He revealed that while the company supports “otaku” fan culture, it had to issue copyright strikes against amateur images created for “adult purposes.”
Legal Actions Taken
It would be impractical for Koei Tecmo to pursue every inappropriate image. However, Nishimura mentioned that the legal team takes action against 2000-3000 doujinshi every year. This is despite Dead or Alive 6 being released six years ago in 2019.
With an upcoming installment, Venus Vacation Prism: Dead or Alive Xtreme, expected later this year, more such images are anticipated.
Nintendo’s Stance on Emulation
At the same copyright conference, an attorney for Nintendo discussed the company’s stance on emulation and what it considers to be illegal according to Japanese law.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, Koei Tecmo and Nintendo are actively addressing copyright infringements and maintaining their stance on fan-created content.
FAQs
Q: Why is Koei Tecmo taking action against Dead or Alive fanart?
A: Koei Tecmo considers the characters in Dead or Alive as important creations and takes action to protect their intellectual property.
Q: What is doujinshi?
A: Doujinshi refers to self-published works based on existing franchises and characters.
Credit: www.eurogamer.net
