Rhythm Master Returns Amid Technical Issues and Intellectual Property Disputes
On November 7, the popular mobile game Rhythm Master returned to all platforms, causing a stir among its dedicated player base. The news was met with excitement from many old players who had been eagerly awaiting the return of the game after it temporarily disappeared on January 5th, 2021. According to data from Tianyan, multiple parties, including Tencent Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., Shantou City Toy Factory, and Dongguan City Science and Technology Company, have applied for trademarks for the game's name, indicating a possible legal dispute over ownership of the intellectual property.
7 November 2023
In a statement released on Weibo, Rhythm Master declared that they had successfully optimized the game's underlying architecture, allowing it to run normally and continuously once again. The company expressed gratitude to its supporters for their long-term support, stating, "since the temporary removal on January 5th of 2021, we appreciate your support and love for a long time."
However, not all players were celebrating the return of Rhythm Master. Some Weibo users expressed frustration over technical issues that prevented them from logging in and playing the game. Others questioned the legal implications of multiple parties registering the same trademark. One user commented, "I don't care who registered it, I'm just curious as to how this song is still here." Another user shared their own experiences with version changes, stating, "Rhyme Master, what's going on? I entered and then suddenly exited, and when I tried to enter again, it would repeat the authorization login but didn't work. I hadn't played enough yet!"
For many players, Rhythm Master was a beloved part of their youth, bringing back memories of school days filled with popular music games and challenging rhythms. One user reminisced, "This product is making a comeback, and how many people played it in the past. The registration of trademarks is common, and there is nothing worth discussing." Another added, "I used to be a pro at Rhythm Master! 'Canon', 'The Wild Honeybee Dance', 'Croatian Rhapsody'... I remember them all!"
Despite the excitement surrounding Rhythm Master's return, some players were met with technical difficulties when trying to log in and play. Weibo was filled with comments from users seeking assistance or expressing frustration. One user requested information on where to download the game, stating, "Android users want to play Rhyme Master." Another user shared their struggles with a similar issue, commenting, "Why can't I log in? Why is it stuck all the time?"
In conclusion, while the return of Rhythm Master has sparked excitement among some players, others have encountered technical issues and confusion over trademark registrations. Nonetheless, the game remains a beloved part of many players' pasts, bringing back fond memories of youth spent with mobile music games.