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Originally Posted by NutmegCarrera
I think the word "Guitar Hero" is o.k., but I'd be surprised if you could use their logo.
Depends on whether it's a registered trademark or not. Similar to the word "Coke" vs. the word written in the font used for advertising. A company can register several different versions, each with a trademark. If the "R" symbol isnt there - they have less success enforcing infringement - I think, anyway.
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Trademarks can be for word marks or logo's or both as is the case with Guitar Hero.
But trademarks are also taken out/issued in classes. Meaning it's use is associated with specific goods/services.
If Activision had thought to trademark their product under Educational (an electronic guitar shaped controller with software that aids in musical education) as well as Entertainment classes there would most certainly be cause for issue.
And yes, using their logo would be a big no no.