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While originally just speculation, the news has been confirmed.

Earlier this month we reported on a story alleging that Nintendo and other companies, had lost the lawsuit against the use of R4 flashcards manufactured by the company Divineo. While the story was at that time based upon unverified claims without sources, the news is now official.

MCVUK received an official statement from Nintendo commenting on the proceedings. Nintendo stated that they are "extremely disappointed with the decision by Paris’ Criminal Court to find Max Louarn, his company, Divineo, and other co-defendants not guilty in the criminal case involving the sale and distribution of game copying devices."

They go on to add that "infringement of its intellectual property rights, on its trademarks, software, its technical prevention measures and its video games is causing damage to the whole video game industry, preventing developers from gaining the full benefit of their hard work and creativity, but also to the customers who expect the highest standards and integrity from products bearing the Nintendo name."

Although Nintendo lost this particular court case, MCVUK points out that Divineo has already been taken to court in Hong Kong; a case which they lost, banning them from exporting, manufacturing, or distributing their products in that area.

Regardless of the verdict, Nintendo plans to appeal the judgment.