Tencent promises not to pull any shenanigans with its Horizon-like survival game while Sony's lawsuit works through the courts, unless and until a judge says it can
Tencent agreed to pause marketing and release plans for its game 'Light of Motiram' until a court rules on Sony's lawsuit alleging it's a 'Horizon' clone.Summary
Tencent has promised to refrain from further promotion or an earlier release of its survival game, 'Light of Motiram,' until a judge rules on Sony’s request for a preliminary injunction. Sony filed a lawsuit against Tencent, claiming 'Light of Motiram' is a “slavish clone” of the 'Horizon' series. Tencent initially responded by removing similar content and delaying the release to Q4 2027. However, Sony remained skeptical and sought the injunction. This commitment from Tencent, made in a joint filing with Sony, suggests a potential out-of-court settlement or a willingness to significantly alter the game. The hearing for the injunction is scheduled for January 29, 2026, and until then, Tencent will limit public presence for 'Light of Motiram,' likely avoiding a release without pre-release marketing.
(Source：Pc Gamer)