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Horizon Clone Prompts Sony to Take Legal Action

It appears Sony Interactive Entertainment has filed a lawsuit against Tencent in California, claiming their game Light of Motiram may infringe on Sony's intellectual property rights by allegedly copying key elements from Horizon games produced by Guerrilla Games.

Marcus Thompson · 2 min read

Sony Accuses Tencent of Horizon-Style Intellectual Property Theft in Light of Motiram Dispute

Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent concerning the game Light of Motiram, alleging that it infringes on Sony's intellectual property rights related to its Horizon games, developed by Guerrilla Games. The lawsuit claims that Light of Motiram's gameplay, storyline, and artistic elements are strikingly similar to those found in the Horizon series. Sony supports these claims, citing critics who have notably labeled Light of Motiram as "Horizon Zero Originality." Sony's primary objectives with the lawsuit are to prevent further infringement of its intellectual property and to seek financial compensation. While neither company has publicly commented on the Reuters report that brought this information to light, speculation regarding potential legal action from Sony has circulated since Light of Motiram was first widely regarded as a Horizon clone.

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If you're a fan of survival games and mech creatures, be sure to check out "Light of Motiram: Here's 16 Minutes of Gameplay, a Chinese Horizon Palworld" by Sophie Laurent, published on November 29, 2024. This exciting piece delves into the unveiling of Light of Motiram’s gameplay trailer, offering insights into its unique take on fortress building and Mecanimachine hunting mechanics. With over 100 customizable mechanical creatures, this game promises a rich cooperative experience. Dive deeper into the controversy surrounding its visual similarities to Horizon Zero Dawn at Light of Motiram: Here's 16 Minutes of Gameplay, a Chinese Horizon Palworld. If you’re a fan of survival games with a touch of futuristic flair, be sure to check out "Light of Motiram: A Game Imitating Horizon Zero Dawn with Survival Approach and Timed Parries" by Bruno Pferd (published on 2024-11-28). This intriguing game blends familiar elements from popular titles like Horizon Forbidden West and Zero Dawn but adds a unique survival twist, offering players the chance to build fortresses using realistic physics-based construction and engage in intense combat mechanics. Dive into this post for more details and stay tuned as we await an official release date! Light of Motiram: A Game Imitating Horizon Zero Dawn with Survival Approach and Timed Parries If you're looking for the latest buzz in the gaming world, don't miss "Marvel Rivals: Planetary Hit Leaves Overwatch Developers Green with Envy, Embarrassing Themselves" by Sophie Laurent (December 9, 2024). This post delves into how NetEase's Marvel Rivals has not only eclipsed expectations but also sparked a heated debate when former Blizzard CEO Mike Ybarra criticized the game, only to retract his statements amid public outcry. The article highlights the growing shift towards Marvel Rivals and its surprising success in outshining Overwatch. Dive into the details Marvel Rivals: Planetary Hit Leaves Overwatch Developers Green with Envy, Embarrassing Themselves for an engaging read on this intriguing turn of events.

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Game info

Official Name
Light of Motiram
Brief Summary
Light of Motiram is an open-world survival game where you explore a world overrun by colossal machines, explore the vast open world, build your base of operations, advance technology, train Mechanimals, and take on formidable bosses. Starting from the primitive age, forge a new path of development. Defy the machination, survive with mechanimals.
Platforms
PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Android
Released
December 31, 2025
Genre
Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Play Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Languages
Chinese (Simplified), Czech, English, Spanish (Spain)
Genre
Polaris Quest
Genre
Tencent Games

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