# 5 Of The Strangest Patents Owned By Nintendo

> Nintendo is a brand that has become synonymous with video games, but that wasn't always the case. Over more than a century, the company has shown a willingness to adapt and experiment that persists even today.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2062807/strangest-nintendo-video-game-patents/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69596292c30e479f1d60b33f)
- **Published:** 2026-01-03
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #nintendo #owned #patents #strangest #adapt #always #become #brand
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