Patent trolling serves as a strategy for large corporations to dominate their market presence, effectively stifling any emerging small businesses that might pose a threat. This practice not only threatens competition but also jeopardizes the principles of open-source software and the free exchange of ideas. Nintendo has recently issued patents aimed at preventing others from utilizing gaming mechanics that have been around for years. This poses a significant risk to the gaming industry, as these corporations are evolving into monopolies and intimidating smaller businesses.