Gibson Sues Over Guitar Hero

American Voices ISSUE 44•13 Mar 26, 2008

Guitar maker Gibson is suing MTV Networks and Electronic Arts, stating that the company has not been paid for a patent it owns for virtual guitar playing. What do you think?

  • “Finally, the name Gibson will be synonymous with fake guitars.”

    Cassie Binnis –
    Systems Analyst

  • “Now that I think of it, Capcom never paid me a dime for the patent I hold for virtual street fighting.”

    Tim Bradley –
    Janitor

  • “Excuse me, but after last week's championship game at Ray's Creekside Tavern, I believe it is I who owns Guitar Hero.”

    Bruce LaSaard –
    Elevator Installer

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