Australian Jurisdiction
Game Cover Gallery operates under Australian law, specifically the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth). We also comply with international copyright treaties including the Berne Convention, WIPO treaties, and bilateral agreements with other countries.
Copyright Overview
What We Do
Game Cover Gallery preserves video game cover art for educational, research, and archival purposes. We operate under the fair dealing provisions of Australian copyright law and similar provisions in international copyright frameworks.
- • Archive game covers for historical preservation
- • Provide educational resources about gaming history
- • Support research into visual design and marketing
- • Enable collectors to catalog their collections
Copyright Ownership
Game covers are typically owned by the game publishers, developers, or their licensees. We do not claim ownership of any copyrighted material in our archive.
Rights Holders Include:
- • Game publishers (Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft, etc.)
- • Original artwork creators and design studios
- • Photography and scanning companies
- • Trademark and logo owners
Fair Dealing Under Australian Law
The Australian Copyright Act 1968 provides specific exceptions for fair dealing that allow the use of copyrighted material without permission in certain circumstances.
Permitted Uses
- Research or Study
Academic research into gaming history, visual design, or cultural studies
- Criticism or Review
Educational analysis of cover art design and marketing techniques
- Reporting News
Documenting gaming industry history and cultural preservation
- Library/Archive Purposes
Preservation of cultural artifacts for future generations
Fair Dealing Factors
Australian courts consider these factors when determining fair dealing:
- • Purpose: Educational, research, or archival use
- • Nature of the work: Published marketing material
- • Amount used: Complete covers for identification
- • Effect on market: No commercial harm to rights holders
- • Possibility of licensing: Difficulty obtaining permissions
International Copyright Compliance
US DMCA
We honor US Digital Millennium Copyright Act takedown requests and maintain a designated agent for notices.
EU Copyright
Compliance with European copyright directives and cultural heritage preservation guidelines.
Berne Convention
Adherence to international copyright standards and reciprocal protection agreements.
Information for Rights Holders
We Respect Your Rights
We understand that game covers represent significant creative and commercial investment. Our archive serves educational and preservation purposes that complement rather than compete with commercial interests.
- • No commercial use or licensing of archived covers
- • Clear attribution to original publishers when known
- • Low-resolution images for identification purposes
- • Links to official sources where available
Quick Resolution Process
If you believe your copyrighted work requires removal or modification:
Educational and Research Use
Academic Research
Our archive supports legitimate academic research in fields including:
- • Media and communication studies
- • Art and design history
- • Cultural studies and anthropology
- • Marketing and business research
- • Digital humanities projects
Preservation Mission
Game covers are cultural artifacts that document the evolution of the gaming industry. Our preservation efforts ensure future researchers can study:
- • Visual design trends and techniques
- • Regional marketing differences
- • Historical gaming platforms and formats
- • Cultural representation in gaming
Copyright Questions?
If you have questions about our copyright policies or need clarification about your rights:
General Copyright Inquiries
legal@gamecovergallery.com
Takedown Requests
dmca@gamecovergallery.com