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The creator of Ultima is reportedly reclaiming the series' rights back from EA, and it could happen as soon as next year (www.pcgamer.com)
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[–] justsomeguy@lemmy.world 27 points 2 weeks ago

This is thanks to a rule in US copyright law which allows creators (or their heirs) to reclaim a copyrighted work after a period of 35 years. Since Garriott sold the Ultima rights to EA in 1992, this means he can reclaim those rights in 2027.