The popular band No Doubt recently filed a suit against Activision, creators of Guitar Hero, for using their likeness in a way they did not intend in the new game Band Hero. No Doubt signed a contract with Activision allowing the company to use their likeness and music in the new game, however is unhappy with the "character manipulation feature." This will allow players to make No Doubt avatars play songs from other bands and even alter their voices. Activision made a statement saying it procured all of the legal documentation necessary to secure rights and receive No Doubt's permission.
This could be an interesting case depending on how tight the contract is which Activision claims to have. It would be interesting to see the wording of the contract, but even more interesting to find out how that contract will be interpreted in court. This is not the first time the company has received complaints, however it is the first time a lawsuit has been filed.
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