Monster Energy's Ongoing Battle Against Game Developers Over Titles
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Monster Energy is pressuring indie studio Glowstick Entertainment to change the name of its horror game, Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals, claiming it is "confusingly similar" to their energy drink. Monster Energy has a history of being a "trademark bully," having sued small businesses and individuals over the use of the word "monster" or similar logos. Glowstick CEO Vincent Livings plans to push back in court and is advocating for a boycott of Monster Energy.
Topics:technology#gaming#glowstick-entertainment#legal-battle#monster-energy#naming-rights#trademark-bully
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