Pro Gamers Sue Activision for $680M Alleging Monopoly on 'Call of Duty' Tournaments

Pro gamers Hector “H3cz” Rodriguez and Seth “Scump” Abner have filed a $100 million lawsuit against Activision, alleging that the gaming giant monopolized the market for Call of Duty leagues and tournaments by imposing hefty entry fees, revenue sharing demands, and exclusive contracting rights. The lawsuit accuses Activision of violating antitrust laws and coercing players and team owners into accepting unfair financial terms, pointing to restrictions on earning compensation from sources besides Activision. The gamers seek damages and a court order to prohibit further anticompetitive conduct, while Activision has denied the allegations.