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MLB Considering Trademark Claim on Overwatch League Logo

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The Overwatch community was surprised with the announcement of the Overwatch League this past Wednesday, but the league’s legal department was given their own surprise. Major League Baseball is considering filing a trademark claim on the OWL’s logo, citing similarities in the designs.

According to law firm Morrison/Lee (which specializes in areas across entertainment, including video games and esports), trademarks approved by the United States Patent and Trademark Office are published in the ‘Official Gazette.’ Companies that believe that any trademark infringes on an of theirs have 30 days to file a claim. The claims go through the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. The accusing party can either oppose the trademark or request time to file the opposition. MLB chose the latter on the last day possible to file a claim, and has 90 days to review a possible case.

The reason this is such a big deal, according to Morrison/Lee, is that the similar logos potentially lead fans to believe the MLB is involved. Fans actually coming to this conclusion is unlikely, but whether or not that is possible is up to the TTAB.

The logos are definitely similar. Both feature a rounded rectangle border, with a white-silhouetted player breaking up a field of two colors. The OWL features Tracer in front of a field of Orange and Black, the MLB a baseball player in front of Red and Blue. Both also have the name of the league underneath the logo. So, it’s entirely possible that Blizzard took some inspiration from the MLB. Are they a little too similar? Probably. Would that lead an esports fan to believe a totally different league from a different sport is involved? Probably not.

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MLB didn’t seem to have a problem when the NBA released their new logo a year after they released theirs. The similarities are a little more striking here:

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Major League Gaming also has taken inspiration from the logo, but received no trademarks claims:

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It seems to be just the luck of the Overwatch League. Organizations have been dropping the game for months, and right when they get the league announced, they’re hit with this. Even if they’re forced to change it, those seven 20 million dollar league buy in spots will probably help them pay their creative team to make a new one.

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Helldivers 2 has quickly become one of Sony’s top-selling games in the US

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Helldivers 2 proved to be a surprising success, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the gaming industry. As per Circana analyst Mat Piscatella, it currently ranks as Sony’s seventh highest grossing game in the United States to date, trailing behind a trio of Spider-Man titles, a couple of God of War games, and Ghost of Tsushima. It’s only been on the market for less than three months and is not even being sold at full price.

According to Piscatella, a significant factor contributing to the game’s success is its release on PC. He mentioned that, based on Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker, the game has consistently ranked first in terms of active users on Steam in the US since its launch, including April. The release of Helldivers 2 on both PlayStation and PC has been an extraordinary triumph.

He stated that Helldivers 2 has already become the seventh highest-grossing Sony-published game in history. Without a PC, it would not currently be considered one of the top 20 games. While I’m emphasizing the success of the PC SKU, it’s important to note that I’m not disregarding the success of the PlayStation SKU. I just wanted to clarify that. This launch has proven to be incredibly successful.

Prior to the release of Helldivers 2, Sony made it clear that they would be launching their live service-style titles simultaneously on both the PS5 and PC. The success of this approach will undoubtedly strengthen their strategic vision. It will be intriguing to witness if the company reveals official sales figures in the near future, as the title appears to be one of the platform holder’s most successful sellers to date.

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The developer of Stellar Blade for the PS5 Expressing gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support amidst a recent controversy surrounding censorship

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Shift Up, the Korean developer, seems to be reconsidering its contentious alterations to the Stellar Blade outfit. In a message to fans, they have urged everyone to stay tuned for updates and expressed gratitude for the passionate feedback from players. For those who may not be aware, a petition gained significant attention over the weekend when gamers discovered changes made to a few of the game’s costumes through a day-one patch.

The launch day update includes a fantastic New Game + mode, but some players were disappointed by the changes made to protagonist Eve’s outfit. These alterations sparked debates about censorship. Director Hyung-Tae Kim later clarified that this was the studio’s original vision, but he acknowledged that it may require further persuasion to win over users. Internal discussions were also underway to address any concerns.

There is no definitive confirmation regarding the reversal of the outfits, but considering the language used in the statement and the widespread controversy surrounding the alterations, it is highly likely that a future patch will restore the original costumes. If you want to get a sneak peek at all of Eve’s different outfits and learn how to unlock them, be sure to take a look at our comprehensive guide, All Outfits and How to Get Them.

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Will Stellar Blade be available for PC?

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It’s quite possible. Fans all over the world are interested in Shift Up’s highly anticipated action-adventure game, Stellar Blade. With its captivating post-apocalyptic setting reminiscent of Nier and a compelling protagonist named Eve, it’s no wonder the game has generated such widespread attention.

The game consistently impresses with its stunning visuals and high-octane action, leaving players in awe with each new trailer.

Yet, just like other noteworthy second-party and third-party game releases, fans are pondering: Will Stellar Blade be available on PC?

In this article, we delve into the details to determine the platform availability of the highly anticipated title.

Will Stellar Blade be available on PC? Allow me to provide you with the answer.

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Unfortunately, Stellar Blade will not be available on PC, at least not initially. Currently, the game is only available on PlayStation 5 starting on April 26, 2024.

Regrettably, it appears that there is no indication of a potential PC release for Stellar Blade in the future. In most cases, trailers for PlayStation timed-exclusive titles conclude with a disclaimer that specifies the duration of their exclusivity.

In the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launch trailer, it is explicitly stated that the game will only be accessible on other platforms starting on May 29, 2024.

Regrettably, when it comes to the stellar blade, there is no indication of such.

It’s important to note that Sony Entertainment Interactive published Stellar Blade, unlike Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This means that the chances of it being released on PC or other platforms in the near future are even slimmer.

However, it is worth noting that there is a chance the game might be released on PC in the future, given PlayStation’s track record of bringing their exclusive titles to the platform. However, it could be a while before this comes to fruition.

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