I've been visiting these forums for a while watching the progress of quite a few 2D titles, but have neglected to join for one reason or the other [mostly my limited freetime]. Being a huge Pokemon fan, I thought I'd give this thread a glimpse, hoping to see a properly licensed titled making an appearance. After doing some research on this PrionGames company [or JoshMinger individual]I had to register to share my findings. It appears this individual goes from forum to forum, from game engine to game engine, harassing and disrespecting people. I've found multiple post where he's being trolled for his rude behavior and inaccuracies.
I don't feel that anyone should continue offering suggestions to this individuals. It's obvious that he has never released any product on a professional level, nor does he have any idea of the implications of his potential actions.
Both my brother and my father are lawyers. As I've been studying game development with the desire to one day open my own business, I talk to them constantly about lawful and unlawful business practices. Before posting this, I spoke with my brother briefly, and he confirmed that there is no legal loophole to assist in the avoidance of prosecution for the blatant disregard of intellectual property [IP] and/or copyright infringement. The 4 years of effort you've spent have obviously been absolutely uneventful for you.
It's apparent that it's easy for people to address topics as if they are knowledgeable to those with no insight to what that person is saying. However, convincing someone with a full understanding of what is being fed is impossible. You keep speaking of a "loophole", but realistically there is none, so you use that word to deceive and confuse viewers further. If indeed you have this magical loophole, wouldn't it be beyond reasonable to share it with concerned, potential supporters??? Please don't attempt to mask the truth from these people. This is a really nice community of people and they don't deserve what you've put other communities through. Everyone please stay clear of this individual or contact a local law specialist before involvement with this company; contact the Better Business Bureau to acquire more information about this company to be safe. Most attorneys do free consultations as both my father and brother has stated. Be aware of what you potential risk facing. I hope I've been helpful in some way or another.