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Nintendo does not even mess with real hardware emulation of its original consoles

See http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/b76e/ for one example.

That's because in some cases, it has not even bothered to renew patents as they expired.
The money is in protecting the IP that is the software.

Plus, emulators are used to produce and test "homebrew" releases -- which can give them a legit purpose.

Mike from Morgantown

Never enter a court fight where winning costs you more than not fighting.



      


I am Mario.


I like to jump around, and would lead a fairly serene and aimless existence if it weren't for my friends always getting into trouble. I love to help out, even when it puts me at risk. I seem to make friends with people who just can't stay out of trouble.

Wii Friend Code: 1624 6601 1126 1492

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