In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, innovation should be the driving force behind the development of creative projects. Yet, game developers in the United States find themselves shackled by an archaic and often obstructive patent system. This system, largely driven by foreign companies, has created an environment where developing new and exciting games can seem near impossible. As a passionate community of creators and innovators, we must address this pressing issue before creativity sinks further into stagnation.

It's increasingly evident that gaming has reached a point where originality is sacrificing under the weight of existing patent laws. How many times have we seen rehashed versions of older games, unable to break free from the mold because groundbreaking ideas are immediately tied up in endless legal battles? For those few innovative concepts that manage to slip through, companies like Nintendo are quick to litigate, often claiming ownership that stifles healthy competition. Powered by their tactics of throwing multiple similar patents, just to cover anything even remotely similar, ensuring no competition whatsoever. The spirit of innovation is being snuffed out, and if we continue down this path, not only will games suffer, but the broader sector of software creation will too.

A pivotal change is required now. We propose banning foreign entities from registering software and game-related patents within the US. Furthermore, a reevaluation and restriction of what mechanics and concepts can genuinely be patented should be instituted to encourage healthy competition rather than suffocate it. Additionally, we aim to amend current laws allowing patent revisions mid-lawsuit, which often result in unfair advantages to larger corporations. Patent laws and copyright laws must be harmonized to safeguard against one being exploited to infringe upon the other.

Our economy thrives on the back of innovation, and if we don't act now, we risk stunting significant growth areas, such as video gaming, which is an integral part of the entertainment industry and has substantial economic implications. By ensuring fair guidelines and transparent systems, we can pave the way for a healthier, more inventive gaming landscape.

Sign this petition to demand Congress to reform these critical elements of our patent and copyright system. Let's protect the future of game development and software innovation!


You'll notice there's no signature goal. The goal is to get as much support as possible to end this insanity.