   NintendoTankyuu!
Team name:NintendoTankyuu Team. Or (NT)Project name: NintendoTankyuuBrief description:NintendoTankyuu will be a free-to-play 2d rpg set in the Tankyuu universe which consists of a mixture of classic and new Nintendo characters.This game will feature a unique real-time battling system, engaging and replayable storyline, and an option for online-battles. Target aim:FreewareCompensation:This game will be free, but we of course will be accepting donations which will in return help better the game, as well as compensate for hard-work and time spent developing it.Technology:N/A yet..Talent needed:For the NT team I need:2 gfx artists, responsible for creating the sprites/backgrounds.2-3 programmers.Team structure:Currently, I have not developed a team. About me, well I'm known as "The IT guy". I don't necessarily do all the hard work, but I'm the guy that makes things work, and brings ideas together. I have experience with developing ORPGs, and some use with Visual Basic. As well I do graphics.Website:N/AContacts:MSN: Solidsnk65@yahoo.comAdditional Info:Battlefield template w/explanation:Ok basically, you have a team of 3 players. (For example: Mario, Link, and Kirby). One character is designated as the Team Captain, and is placed on Lane 1, upon starting the battle. The other two members of the team are placed on Lanes 2 and 3.  Each character has a set of stats:-Health-Strength-Defense.etc..Different lanes can enhance or nullify certain stats. This adds strategy to the intense combat as players will find themselves switching their characters to different lanes, to better maximize those particular characters specialities.Characters will have specials that they can use and items that randomly appear on the field, as well as purchased items from shops located before battles!------------------------------Planned Features List-Over 21 selectable nintendo characters-Beautiful, and original artwork-Intense, unique battle system-Rich, engaging storyline-Online multiplayer combat(more to be added...)Feedback:ENCOURAGING    
  normally, nintendo would vehemently oppose any attempts by another group to use its name and characters (most of which are trademarked, by the way).  And the actual legality of this project is questionable, i'm pretty sure the "fair use" doctrine wont protect you completely.  However, you probably dont have anything to worry about so long as you keep it freeware.  Still, be careful.   ;  Ah no worries comrade, I already know all of the legalities. ;)   ;Quote:Original post by medevilenemyHowever, you probably dont have anything to worry about so long as you keep it freeware.  Still, be careful.Sorry, but no, that's completely wrong.  Whether or not a project makes money is completely irrelevant, it seems to be a common misconception that it actually matters.  Your project is infringing on both copyright and trademarks and if Nintendo notice they are extremely likely to send you a cease and desist.It's up to you whether or not you want to continue with the project, and I'm not going to take any action unless I get a request from Nintendo, but it's only fair that I let you know.Other than that, looks like you've got a pretty good idea; personally I'd suggest either trying to get permission now or changing the setting and characters, but it's completely up to you.   ;  Yup. I know. Already contacted Nintendo.   ;Quote:Original post by SolidsnkAh no worries comrade, I already know all of the legalities. ;)No, I don't believe you do. You have already infringed Nintendo's name and logo (both protected by trademark). The ever so conspicuous changes you have made to their logo do not put you in the legal safe zone. Have you ever studied copyright or trademark law at all?  Of course you could always submit Nintendo a request to use their trademark and copyrighted materials for your project, but there's a 99.99999% chance they are going to give you an uncondition "no". Sort of off-topic, but is the Katakana in that logo supposed to sound like "Tankyuu"? Because right now it reads as "Da-na-i-to-ka", which is... well I don't know what that's supposed to mean. The proper Japanese katakana equivalent for the romanji "Tankyuu" would be タンキュウ.Now that I've said that, the game concept itself sounds intersting. You need to come up with your own name and characters though, and not infringe on Nintendo's intellectual property. Good luck to you.[Edited by - Roots on June 18, 2006 12:53:01 AM];Quote:Original post by SolidsnkYup. I know. Already contacted Nintendo.I call BS on you.The moment Nintendo finds out about your little project, which I wouldn't be suprised will be this Monday, they will C&D you as soon as they can find you.  If you don't comply, they will sue so bad you'll be lucky to walk out of the courthouse with your underwear on.;  Ok WTF!?!? That was totally uncalled for... I DID in fact contact Nintendo. So please, don't come into MY topic and start assuming things about me that you don't have the slightest clue about. -_-;;   ;  [ Flame removed. --Sneftel ]   ;Quote:Original post by SolidsnkOK YOU PEOPLE PISS ME OFF SO MUCH! I didn't ask for your half-assed comments about my project!! I am just recruiting members!! So if you don't have anything relevant to being apart of the team/project then SHUT THE FUCK UP!!Jeezus christ! So frustrating...Just so you know, people here have been burned by using copyrighted material. Nintendo is especially good at Cease and Desist letters and efficient at handing them out quickly as well. So you'll have to understand people's reaction when you use the Nintendo name and logo on your game without any proof that they OK'd this project. If you do get an email, that says Nintendo is ok with this project then email or PM it to Kaz and he'll get rid of all the "you don't have permission/you're lying" posts. Food for thought.