Why did Sony sue Tencent over 'Light of Motiram'?

Sony sued Tencent because they alleged 'Light of Motiram' was a 'slavish clone' of its popular Horizon game series.

What is the current status of the lawsuit between Sony and Tencent?

The lawsuit has been resolved through a confidential settlement and has been dismissed by the court.

Where can I play 'Light of Motiram' now?

'Light of Motiram' is no longer available on Steam or the Epic Games Store following the legal settlement.

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Sony vs. Tencent: Game Clone Lawsuit Settled

18 Dec

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Sony sued Tencent over alleged 'Horizon' game clone 'Light of Motiram'.
The legal dispute has concluded with a confidential settlement.
The game 'Light of Motiram' has been removed from Steam and Epic Games.

Sony vs. Tencent: Game Clone Lawsuit Settled

Sony and Tencent have resolved a legal dispute over the game "Light of Motiram," which Sony alleged was an unauthorized clone of its popular Horizon series. The lawsuit, filed in July, accused Tencent of copyright and trademark infringement, citing striking similarities in aesthetics, futuristic technology, and character design to Sony's Horizon games.

The legal battle has officially ended as both companies have reached a "confidential settlement." A court document filed recently confirmed the dismissal of the case with prejudice, bringing an end to the contentious proceedings between the two gaming giants.

Following the resolution, "Light of Motiram" has been removed from digital storefronts including Steam and the Epic Games Store. User reports and SteamDB information indicate that the app has been retired and is no longer available for purchase on the Steam platform.