Sony Seeks Injunction Against Tencent Over Horizon-Like Game and Character
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Sony has filed a preliminary injunction against Tencent to stop the release and promotion of Light of Motiram, alleging it copies Horizon Zero Dawn's characters, visuals, music, and story, with key declarations from Sony and Guerrilla Games officials supporting the claim. The court hearing is scheduled for November 2025, and if granted, it could prevent Tencent from further promoting or developing the game pending the lawsuit's outcome.
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