QUESTION
Is there rules against posting videos on The Impossible Game?
Asked on Jul 03rd, 2013 on Entertainment Law - Oregon
More details to this question:
Is there copyright violation if you were to post an un-monetized YouTube video of the video game The Impossible Game with commentary?
2 ANSWERS
Susan Marie Basko
If you post a short clip with analysis and commentary, it might be Fair Use as a review.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 5:44 AM
Theodore M. Roe
This is very interesting question. Ultimately, there have been many lawsuits against YouTube alleging copyright infringement for the posting of copyright protected material. However, what these cases have shown is that the ultimate liability resides with the individual uploading the copyright protected material. Consequently, your proposed conduct could constitute copyright infringement. Such conduct would normally require a written license. Remember, copyright rights cannot cannot be divested unless in writing signed by the copyright owner.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2013 at 4:47 PM