Is it illegal to mod a game?

Are mods illegal? Modding's legality varies from country to country. In the UK and US it isn't strictly illegal, as long as it doesn't infringe on a game's copyright – but to platforms and developers there can be a fine line between modding and hacking.

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2023-03-22 16:09:03

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Can you get sued for modding a game?
Some actions associated with making mods might be illegal: violating a EULA that prohibits modding or decompiling the game (breaking the game license) making derivatives of game assets so that modded elements match the style of the base game, where those derivatives don't meet fair use exceptions (copyright)
2024-01-19 08:51:57

How long does a game stay in xbox game pass?
How long do games typically stay on there for? They usual stay around for about a year/18 months but some stay longer. The GTA games often have quite short stays, about 3 months.
2024-01-11 21:53:53

Is copying a game illegal?
Video game piracy is the unauthorized copying and distributing of video game software, and is a form of copyright infringement.
2023-02-13 02:32:15

Can i mod a wii u to play gamecube games?
Wii U does not support Nintendo GameCube games or accessories.
2023-02-05 03:17:58

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