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Sony Sues Tencent Over Alleged Horizon Game Clone

7/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sony has taken legal action against Tencent in California, accusing them of creating a "slavish clone" of its beloved Horizon series with the upcoming game, Light of Motiram. The lawsuit highlights striking similarities in gameplay, themes, and character designs, as Sony demands up to $150,000 in damages for each infringement and seeks to block the game's launch.

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Historical Context

In 1984, the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Sony Corp. of America v. Universal City Studios established vital copyright protections, enabling creators to defend their intellectual property. This precedent is echoed in Sony's current lawsuit against Tencent, as it seeks to safeguard its Horizon series from alleged infringement, potentially shaping future legal standards in video game copyright protection.

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Story summary

Sony has taken legal action against Tencent in California, accusing them of creating a "slavish clone" of its beloved Horizon series with the upcoming game, Light of Motiram. The lawsuit highlights striking similarities in gameplay, themes, and character designs, as Sony demands up to $150,000 in damages for each infringement and seeks to block the game's launch.

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