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As EA appear to renew the trademark for Ultima, its creator lies in wait to reclaim the game's copyright next year

Ultima creator Richard Garriott claims he could regain the series copyright by next year using a 35-year-old legal rule. This comes as Electronic Arts files new trademarks for the franchise. Garriott previously attempted to revive the series through collaborations with EA that failed to materialize.

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Richard Garriott has specified a timeline for reclaiming the copyright and EA has filed new trademarks.

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  1. Richard Garriott Seeks to Reclaim Ultima Copyright from EA

    Ultima creator Richard Garriott claims he could regain the series copyright by next year using a 35-year-old legal rule. This comes as Electronic Arts files new trademarks for the franchise. Garriott previously attempted to revive the series through collaborations with EA that failed to materialize.

    What's confirmed:

    • Richard Garriott claims he could regain the Ultima series copyright by next year.
    • Electronic Arts has filed new trademarks for Ultima.
    • Garriott has attempted to work with EA on an Ultima revival every decade or so.
    • A 35-year-old copyright rule is the basis for Garriott's effort to reclaim the IP.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • EA may be resurrecting the RPG series.
    • The new trademark filings by EA are more than just a renewal.
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