How much intellectual property is there in a PlayStation? Photos:WIPO Patents PlayStation game controllers, robot playmates, and 3D technology are inventions which can receive patent protection. Photos:WIPO Trademarks The PlayStation logo, name, and symbols are registered trademarks that allow the company to stand out from the competition. Photos:WIPO,SONY Designs The look of the PlayStation console, controllers, and game interfaces are a key factor of the gaming experience – and can be registered designs. Photos:WIPO Copyright Storylines, music, characters, and code are creative assets that bring videogames to life – and receive automatic copyright protection. Photos:benzoix,splitov27,freepik,user20916950viaFreepickPhotos:WIPO Trade secrets Sony's strategy for the development, manufacture, and distribution of the PlayStation is confidential information – and protected through trade secrets. Photos:WIPO;upklyakviaFreepick Photos:WIPO