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One of the critical points Ryan raised involves fan activists and legal experts calling out the perceived misuse of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Nick Ricotta, a legal commentator, tweeted to Neil Druckmann, asserting that Naughty Dog's use of DMCA takedowns might constitute abuse. Ricotta argued that the leaker's footage, which Druckmann claimed was from an early build, actually originated from a developer, which could significantly impact fair use and copyright laws.
This debate emphasizes that the public is watching closely as allegations grow that Naughty Dog is weaponizing copyright law to silence legitimate criticism and leaks. If these tactics are proven to be unjustified, they could lead to legal repercussions.