Sony Accuses Tencent of Copying and Protecting Its IPs in Ongoing Disputes
TL;DR
Sony has sued Tencent, accusing it of copying elements from Horizon in its game Light of Motiram, and claims Tencent is hiding behind subsidiaries to avoid liability. Sony argues that the infringement has already occurred despite delays and that Tencent's use of branding and character design is egregious and confusing to consumers. The case is ongoing, with Sony seeking to move forward with discovery.
Topics:technologylaw-gaming-technology#copyright-infringement#horizon#law-gaming-technology#light-of-motiram#sony#tencent
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