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Monday, May 18, 2026
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EU Intellectual Property Law Faces Challenges in Defining and Protecting Video Games as Unique Creative Works

Video games, with their complex blend of audiovisual, code, and narrative elements, currently lack a clear legal definition under EU intellectual property law. This ambiguity raises questions about authorship, protection scope, and enforcement across jurisdictions. Experts consider whether a unitary legal framework or…

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Video games, with their complex blend of audiovisual, code, and narrative elements, currently lack a clear legal definition under EU intellectual property law. This ambiguity raises questions about authorship, protection scope, and enforcement across jurisdictions. Experts consider whether a unitary legal framework or…