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[–] scandalous-goat 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

https://invidio.us/watch?v=rIcbgMdxKdw

Where's the refinement? Make something original.

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[–] killer7 [S] ago 

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[–] scandalous-goat 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

At least they don't use copyrighted characters and artwork. Nintendo can't copyright the game mechanics so those games are left alone. Honestly, an obvious knockoff isn't attractive unless it improves what it is copying. On the other hand, using copyrighted material may induce a sense of legitimacy and Nintendo is absolutely right to crush them.

There's a reason why artwork and design can be copyrighted and even trademarked: it has a value, people are willing to pay money based on the design alone. See hello kitty: there's no other material than the character design and the brand is lucrative.