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Hello,
I have read the rules regarding using external assets in maps:
The use of external materials from sources outside of Warcraft III is only permitted if the under which they are released allows it, or it can be classified as Fair Use.
- Any material created by Blizzard Entertainment can safely be used.
- If they are released without terms / license, having permission from the author is preferred but not required, because the original author has full rights to have it removed.
- The Hive Workshop deems the usage of copyrighted material in maps Fair Use as long as the map does not take value away from the source (e.g. a game) and the usage is non-profitable.
Suppose I want to remake an older RTS game as a Warcraft 3 map/campaign, would it be considered fair use to import sound assets from that game if I make no money out of it.
Also what exatly does taking away value from the source mean?
Thanks!
I have read the rules regarding using external assets in maps:
The use of external materials from sources outside of Warcraft III is only permitted if the under which they are released allows it, or it can be classified as Fair Use.
- Any material created by Blizzard Entertainment can safely be used.
- If they are released without terms / license, having permission from the author is preferred but not required, because the original author has full rights to have it removed.
- The Hive Workshop deems the usage of copyrighted material in maps Fair Use as long as the map does not take value away from the source (e.g. a game) and the usage is non-profitable.
Suppose I want to remake an older RTS game as a Warcraft 3 map/campaign, would it be considered fair use to import sound assets from that game if I make no money out of it.
Also what exatly does taking away value from the source mean?
Thanks!