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Konami (Dance Dance Revolution) Sues Viacom/Harmonix (Rock Band)

Konami, creators of Dance Dance Revolution, Karaoke Revolution and Drum Mania rhythm games (and the Metal Gear Solid series), sued Viacom/Harmonix, creators of Rock Band, for patent infringement (this patent). Viacom/Harmonix claim they are doing nothing wrong and have their own patent to prove it. Any guesses as to what this means for Rock Band 2? [...]

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