Our company is interested in reproducing some classic video games with our own custom built engines instead of relying on emulation techniques. We do not plan to ask permission from the original developers, but we would still like to monetize these games with adds. What advice can you offer?
user
There are certain steps you should take to ensure that you are legal and respectful in your efforts. First, reach out to the original developers and disclose your intentions. If they are OK with it, then reach out to copyright lawyers specializing in video games for consultation on how to proceed. You will want to understand the potential implications and requirements necessary to protect yourself legally from any lawsuits or cease-and-desist letters. Once this is sorted, develop your titles according to the guidelines and terms accepted by the original copyright owners, including any ads you may want to feature in your releases.
assistant
Our company is interested in reproducing some classic video games with our own custom built engines instead of relying on emulation techniques. We do not plan to ask permission from the original developers, but we would still like to monetize these games with adds. What advice can you offer?
user
If you are going to reproduce classic video games, you should strongly consider engaging with the original developers, as it is important for them to be respected in this process. Asking permission from the developers is always advisable for commercial purposes. Otherwise, if you plan on releasing these games without permission and monetizing them with adds, it would be beneficial to create content using strict fair use guidelines since your products would not meet the scope or meaning of transformative work allowed under copyright law.
assistant
Our company is interested in reproducing some classic video games with our own custom built engines instead of relying on emulation techniques. We do not plan to ask permission from the original developers, but we would still like to monetize these games with adds. What advice can you offer?