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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Guest&nbsp; 85555" data-source="post: 5007796">I can kind of get the point that you want them to mention the content was taken from a contest (not having read the book myself yet, I cannot say if that is in fact the case or not). But my guess is, if they used fan content (which is becoming more and more common) they probably edited and revised to make sure it was quality before publishing it. Are you sure the content was taken from a contest, and if so, does it say this anywhere on the product? As far as the contestants go, they would have certainly had permission to use their work, so I don't see any issue there with the rights being transfered to the publisher. Presumably when you enter the contest you understand the terms.  On the homage issue, I really don't see the problem. Most games are inspired by sources in literature or film. And I enjoy seeing games that are obviously made to replicate a movie or book that I like. The reason they don't call it GI Joe, is because they cannot do so legally. The name is trademarked. But that doesn't mean the basic premise of GI Joe is owned by anyone. And it isn't like they are trying to pull the wool over peoples' eyes here. I mean, you see the book cover and name ("real american hero") and you know instantly what they are going for. I've seen plenty of good games come out that are a take on a specific Television program. And I think that is great, because  I model my campaigns on what I watch or read.</blockquote>

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