Game Publishing: 5 Contract Terms to Negotiate (in 2018)
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This week we’re continuing our series on video game publishing by discussing the typical terms negotiated in a publishing deal. We are Ask Gamedev and these are 5 contract terms to negotiate in a video game publishing contract.
Please note: this video should not be taken as legal advice - we definitely recommend you find professional legal services that specialize in the video game space before entering into any publishing deal.
Helpful links on publishing:
References:
http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2017-09-07-how-to-avoid-getting-screwed-in-a-game-publishing-deal
https://kotaku.com/heres-what-a-publishing-deal-with-ea-looks-like-1732940729
https://www.out-law.com/page-5642
https://legalgamer.weebly.com/blog/publishing-agreement-pitfalls-a-practical-guide-for-indie-devs
https://venturebeat.com/2016/08/11/veterans-show-how-to-do-a-game-publishing-deal/
https://www.gamasutra.com/view/feature/169901/understanding_the_legal_impact_of_.php
https://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/268142/Devolver_Digitals_Lowrie_devs_dont_need_a_fing_publisher.php
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