In a surprising move, Nintendo has approved an official Smash Bros tournament circuit for the first time ever. The company has famously been actively litigious when it comes to its IP being used in large-scale operations, such as just a few months ago when it shut down a tournament featuring the Super Smash Bros. Brawl mod Project+. This is certainly an unexpected move on the company’s part.
Nintendo is an interesting case when it comes to its IP. It is often fiercely protective of its brands,
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