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Kotaku reports Horizon Zero Dawn 3 isn’t likely soon, with Guerrilla Games prioritizing the multiplayer Horizon Hunters Gathering and moving staff from HZD3 to the online project; a true Aloy adventure could be 3–5 years out (potentially a PS6 era), as Sony leans into live-service and transmedia expansions rather than rushing a mainline sequel.
Fans of Horizon series are eager for Horizon 3 to include features like transmedium rideable machines, naval combat, and advanced Zenith technology, building on elements from previous games like Burning Shores and Forbidden West. The community hopes for innovative gameplay mechanics such as flying, underwater, and land-sea machines, with a particular desire to tame a Thunderjaw. The game is highly anticipated on PC and PlayStation platforms.
Sony and Tencent have settled their legal dispute over alleged similarities between Horizon: Zero Dawn and Tencent's Light of Motiram, with the case dismissed and terms undisclosed, each side covering their own legal costs.
Sony sued Tencent over the game Light of Motiram, which closely resembled Horizon Zero Dawn, but the case has been quietly settled with all parties paying their own costs and the settlement remaining confidential. Tencent removed the game from stores following the lawsuit, and both companies have now resolved their dispute.
Sony sued Tencent over a game called Light of Motiram, accusing it of being a clone of Horizon Zero Dawn and other franchise games. The case has now been settled confidentially, with Tencent agreeing to stop promoting the game, which has been removed from stores.
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.
Sony has criticized Tencent's defense in a copyright lawsuit, accusing Tencent of copying elements of Horizon Zero Dawn in its game Light of Motiram, and dismissing Tencent's claims that the case is premature. Sony emphasizes ongoing damage and alleges Tencent's continued promotion of the infringing game despite legal actions, including accusations of brand and character copying. The case remains active.
Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent over a game called Light of Motiram, which Sony claims is a copy of Horizon Zero Dawn. Tencent denies the allegations, arguing Sony is targeting the wrong company and that the game is not infringing. Sony counters that the game damages Horizon's brand and continues to promote the copy despite changes. The legal battle is ongoing, with both sides refusing to back down.
A link suggests Horizon Zero Dawn may soon be released on Xbox, indicating a potential shift in Sony's traditional exclusivity policy towards more multiplatform releases, similar to recent trends with other titles like Helldivers 2.
Tencent has filed a motion to dismiss Sony's lawsuit accusing Tencent's game Light of Motiram of copying Horizon Zero Dawn, arguing that Sony's claims are unfounded and that the alleged similarities are common genre conventions. Tencent also points out that the game has not yet been released and that Sony's claims lack sufficient evidence. The case involves allegations of intellectual property infringement and market monopoly, with Tencent denying any wrongdoing.
Sony has sued Tencent over its game Light of Motiram, alleging it is a clone of Horizon Zero Dawn, copying key elements and aesthetics, and seeks to block its release and damages. The lawsuit highlights similarities in design, characters, and gameplay, while noting some differences like co-op and crafting features.
Sony is suing Tencent for copying its Horizon franchise in the upcoming game Light of Motiram, alleging that Tencent unlawfully replicated key aspects of Horizon Zero Dawn and Horizon Forbidden West, including game design, visuals, and online presentation, after attempting to license the IP from Sony. Sony seeks an injunction, damages, and the destruction of related materials.
Fans of Horizon Zero Dawn are disappointed after a report suggesting Horizon 3 may be years away, possibly not releasing until 2027, due to development delays and staffing cutbacks, with no official announcement yet.
The upcoming open-world survival game Light of Motiram by Tencent's Polaris Quest is drawing criticism for its similarities to the Horizon series, featuring a world overrun by 'Mechanimals' reminiscent of Horizon's mechanical creatures. Despite the visual and thematic parallels, the gameplay is said to differ, focusing on base-building and taming Mechanimals, with co-op support for up to 10 players. The game is set for release on Steam and the Epic Games Store, though no launch date has been announced.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered has been quietly released for free download on PC and PlayStation 5, featuring enhancements like Auto Pickup and a Color Blind Mode. Originally launched in 2017, the game has been remastered by Nixxes Software, offering improved graphics and gameplay. The update also addresses bugs and enhances controller compatibility. This release follows the success of its sequel, Horizon Forbidden West, and its expansion, Burning Shores.