Dbrand cancels Companion Cube because it didn’t actually ask Valve for permission
Dbrand has discontinued its Companion Cube Steam Machine case after failing to secure licensing from Valve.
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The brief
Dbrand has canceled its Companion Cube accessory designed for the Steam Machine. The product, which was inspired by Portal 2 intellectual property, was removed from the market following intervention from Valve.
Coverage from Eurogamer, Aftermath, TechPowerUp, Engadget, Polygon, and Tom’s Hardware notes that the manufacturer proceeded with the design despite not having permission. Reports indicate that Dbrand admitted to not possessing the right to produce the item after Valve threatened legal action.
It remains unclear if Dbrand will attempt to pursue a formal licensing deal in the future. Coverage does not yet specify the status of existing orders or potential refunds for customers.
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The reporting (6)
- Company that made a Steam Machine wrap based on Valve intellectual property without asking forced to take it down Eurogamer · 53d ago
- Accessory Company Yanks Companion Cube Steam Machine Case Because It Never Actually Asked Valve For Permission Aftermath · 53d ago
- Dbrand Forced To Pull Steam Machine Companion Cube TechPowerUp · 53d ago
- Dbrand's Companion Cube Case For The Steam Machine Was A Lie Engadget · 53d ago
- Companion Cube Steam Machine officially canceled after Valve cries foul Polygon.com · 53d ago
- Valve threatens legal action against Dbrand over its unsanctioned Portal 2-inspired Companion Cube — edgy accessories manufacturer kills product after asking for licensing deal, admits it didn't have 'the right to make it' Tom's Hardware · 53d ago
Quick answers
Why was the Companion Cube case canceled?
The product was canceled because Dbrand did not secure permission or a licensing agreement from Valve to use Portal 2 intellectual property.
What action did Valve take?
According to reports, Valve threatened legal action against Dbrand regarding the unsanctioned product.
Does Dbrand have plans to release the case later?
Coverage does not specify any future plans for the product, though the company admitted it did not have the right to manufacture it.
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