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Anime Vanguards Update 13 Log
Anime Vanguards has released Update 13, titled 'Godly Ascension,' which introduces new units, game modes like Pirate Dynasty and Boss Rush, and various event changes. The update also addresses DMCA issues by retiring some character models, offering players DMCA vouchers to transfer unit traits and stats. Several new codes and rebalances to the meta are also included.
Anime Vanguards Update 13 Codes
Anime Vanguards Update 13, titled Godly Ascension, has been released, bringing new content and active codes for players. The update includes a Boss Rush mode and a One Piece-themed expansion. Some units have been temporarily replaced with square models due to DMCA issues related to character design similarities.
Are Emulators Legal? Everything You Need to Know in 2026 | TAG
Emulators are legal in the US, a fact established by court cases like Sega v. Accolade and Sony Computer Entertainment v. Connectix. However, downloading ROMs of games you do not own is copyright infringement, and the legal landscape for current-generation consoles like the Nintendo Switch is complicated by DMCA Section 1201, which prohibits circumventing technological protection measures. Nintendo actively targets emulator developers and ROM distribution sites, not individual users of retro emulators.
That Early Build of GTA 4 Found on an Xbox 360 Dev Kit didn't Last Long
An early build of Grand Theft Auto 4, discovered on an Xbox 360 development kit, has been taken offline following what appears to be a DMCA notice. The build was reportedly available for a short period before its removal.
Copyright trolling kept evidence of Japanese cult classic Cookie's Bustle offline, until now
The Video Game History Foundation has successfully defended the obscure Japanese point-and-click game Cookie's Bustle against copyright trolling by Graceware. Graceware had repeatedly used DMCA takedowns to remove content related to the 1999 game, but the VGHF pushed back, leading to Ukie ceasing its takedown services for Graceware. This victory helps preserve the game's history and online presence.
Microsoft withdraws DMCA claim against indie developer Unomelon
Microsoft has withdrawn its DMCA copyright claim against indie developer Unomelon concerning the voxel sandbox game Allumeria. The claim had alleged that Allumeria used gameplay and assets from Minecraft without authorization. Unomelon confirmed the claim's removal, restoring the game's Steam page and expressing hope for better investigation of automated claims in the future.
