Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Gibson Sues Over Guitar Hero
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?
Cassie Binnis,
Systems Analyst
"Finally, the name Gibson will be synonymous with fake guitars."
Tim Bradley,
Janitor
"Now that I think of it, Capcom never paid me a dime for the patent I hold for virtual street fighting."
Bruce LaSaard,
Elevator Installer
"Excuse me, but after last week's championship game at Ray's Creekside Tavern, I believe it is I who owns Guitar Hero."
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