Last summer, Sony filed a lawsuit against Tencent over Light of Motiram, a game that the former alleges is a “slavish clone” of the Horizon franchise. Now, the two sides have apparently struck a temporary deal ahead of an important court hearing that may determine whether the case goes forward.
As reported by The Game Post, a new filing in court acknowledges that Sony and Tencent have been “engaged in discussions in order to resolve the current dispute.” Most notably, Tencent asked for more time to respond to the motion for an injunction, and Sony agreed in exchange for certain concessions. The terms call for Tencent to pause all public promotion or testing for Light of Motiram while also agreeing not to argue in court that Sony delayed its request for emergency relief by granting the extension.
The filing also notes an agreement between the two sides that Tencent won’t ask for expedited discovery in connection with the preliminary injunction against Light of Motiram. It also calls for Tencent to hold the game to its Q4 2027 release window rather than moving it up. Finally, the court document revealed another area where Tencent and Sony see eye-to-eye. The two sides jointly requested that a hearing for Tencent’s motion to dismiss and a second hearing held for Sony’s injunction request be held on the same day: January 29, 2026.
This post highlights an interesting development in the gaming industry. It’s always intriguing to see how legal matters can impact promotions and game releases. Looking forward to seeing how this situation unfolds!
how major companies navigate legal challenges like this. The outcome could set important precedents for future collaborations and disputes in the gaming sector. It’s definitely a situation to keep an eye on!
You’re absolutely right! The way companies handle these legal disputes often reveals their strategic priorities and could influence future collaborations in the gaming industry. It will be interesting to see how this situation evolves and what it means for both Tencent and Sony moving forward.