Introduction to Video Game Law: A Russian Perspective（电子游戏法简介：俄罗斯视角）

Overview

The evolution of computer games parallels the advancement of technologies such as multiplayer networks and artificial intelligence. This course examines the legal challenges within the computer game industry and, by extension, these technologies.

It caters to various participants, from lawyers aiming to enhance their expertise to game developers and publishers seeking a structured understanding of their legal landscape. While this course draws from Russian law and practice, international enthusiasts will find that global video game legal challenges share a common foundation.

The course's author, one of Russia's pioneering lawyers specializing in gaming law, brings years of practical and academic experience to the table.

His early involvement in this field, pre-dating its trend status, has equipped him with unparalleled insights into the gaming industry's legal aspects.

Special acknowledgments are extended to the volunteers who supported the course's technical endeavors, including Maria Kulikova, Lidia Volokitina, Ivan Nikiforov, Egor Sobanskiy, Denis Novikov. Gratitude also goes to the Saint Petersburg State University’s Center for Development of Digital Educational Resources team, including Vladimir Starostenko, Yulia Smirnova, Evegeniy Kolosov, Ardak Mukanova, Anton Vetrov, Stanislav Ushakov, Daniel Kildyushevsky, Roman Podoprigora, and others who made this course a reality.

This course integrates role-playing mechanics as thematic elements.

If, in the spirit of a video game tester, you spot any bugs or glitches, please do not hesitate to reach out!

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