It’s worth mentioning that the Chinese government’s attitude to IP rights and the complexity of international legal operations have resulted in infringements ranging from direct copies of games being distributed to more subtle design impacts. It’s unclear whether Tarisland comes under any legal ramifications, but it’s evident that Tencent has drawn inspiration from World of Warcraft in a manner that raises problems.
In conclusion, Tarisland appears like a sophisticated and intriguing MMO, yet it’s impossible to overlook the glaring parallels to World of Warcraft. It remains to be seen how this will play out legally and in the court of public opinion, but one thing is for certain, Tencent’s Tarisland is going to be compared to World of Warcraft for a long time to come.
