Sony Renews Accusations Against Tencent Over 'Horizon Zero Dawn' Copycat Game 'Light of Motiram

Sony Accuses Tencent of Using Shell Companies to Evade Plagiarism Charges over 'Light of Motiram

News of Light of Motiram immediately drew attention for its striking similarities to Horizon Zero Dawn. Tencent initially defended its game against plagiarism claims, but Sony rejected these defenses and subsequently sued Tencent over the issue. The legal dispute intensified last July with Sony's lawsuit. In September, Tencent publicly responded, attempting to deflect blame by suggesting Horizon Zero Dawn itself had borrowed from other works. However, Sony, PlayStation's manufacturer, has now issued a 35-page document accusing Tencent of utilizing shell companies in an attempt to circumvent justice through a legal technicality. Sony asserts that Tencent's parent company should be held accountable for its team's alleged plagiarism. Following the initial complaint, Tencent altered the game's art, removed its main character—who bore a strong resemblance to Horizon Zero Dawn's iconic protagonist, Aloy—and postponed the game's release until 2027. Sony claims that this delay occurred after its lawsuit was filed, despite Tencent having announced the game for months prior. Sony also criticizes Tencent for continuing to promote the game and refusing to take responsibility amid widespread concerns about the alleged copying.

Sony Claims Tencent's Actions Capitalize on 'Horizon Zero Dawn' Fame and PlayStation Icon Aloy

Sony maintains that Tencent's actions constitute an attempt to capitalize on the fame of Horizon Zero Dawn and its recognizable PlayStation icon, Aloy.

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