No, Mixtape won't be delisted because of its licensed music
Mixtape will not be delisted due to music licensing issues, according to its publisher Annapurna Interactive. The game's music has been licensed in perpetuity, ensuring its long-term availability on digital storefronts. This澄清 comes amid concerns from fans about potential delisting similar to other games with expiring licenses.
- ▪Mixtape's music was licensed in perpetuity, meaning the rights do not expire.
- ▪Annapurna Interactive explicitly denied rumors that Mixtape would be delisted due to music licenses.
- ▪Games like Star Trek: Resurgence and early Forza Horizon titles have been delisted due to expired licenses.
- ▪Mixtape includes 28 licensed tracks from various artists and eras.
- ▪Beethoven & Dinosaur, the developer, confirmed the perpetual licensing in an interview with Kotaku.
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