I am developing a game using similar mechanics to Magic. However, my game is not a trading card game as it will be sold in sets, and there will be no "rarity" issues.
As such, will my game considered to infringe on WOTC''s patent? My game uses deck building, but from a resevoir of NON-SIMILAR cards.
Also, could anyone please tell me when WOTC's patent expires?
What does WOTC mean in claim 3's "designating one or more of the cards on the playing surface for entry into play."? In my game, when a player plays a card, he/she must spend energy tokens as required for each card. There is no tapping of cards. Does spending energy tokens constitute "designating the cards for entry into play"?
Thanks,
Tee