Practice Area
Video Games & Interactive Entertainment
Video game law covers IP licensing, developer agreements, publisher contracts, esports regulation, loot box legislation, virtual currency, and the growing intersection of gaming with blockchain and AI. It is one of the fastest-growing entertainment law practice areas globally.
Why It Matters for Law Students
The video game industry generates more revenue than film and music combined. Legal issues in gaming — from developer IP ownership disputes to esports contracts to NFT regulation — represent a significant and growing practice area for entertainment lawyers.
Key Statutes
§17 U.S.C. §§ 101-122 (software copyright)
§CA Labor Code (game developer employment)
§Various state gambling/loot box statutes
Landmark Cases
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