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Tencent reaffirms that its game plagiarizing Horizon Zero Dawn is not a plagiarism because "fame does not grant trademark rights"

Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent, accusing the Chinese tech giant of copying elements from its acclaimed game Horizon Zero Dawn in its new project, Light of Motiram. The lawsuit has labeled Tencent’s title as a “servile clone,” which has prompted a swift response from the accused company. Tencent, more expensive than its back In its defense, Tencent argues that Sony has sued the wrong parties and points out that the lawsuit is deficient. The Asian giant claims that Sony has not demonstrated that the court has personal jurisdiction over Tencent Holdings, stating that the alleged […]

Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent, accusing the Chinese tech giant of copying elements from its acclaimed game Horizon Zero Dawn in its new project, Light of Motiram. The lawsuit has labeled Tencent’s title as a “servile clone,” which has prompted a swift response from the defendant company.

Tencent, more expensive than its back

In its defense, Tencent argues that Sony has sued the wrong parties and points out that the lawsuit is deficient. The Asian giant claims that Sony has not demonstrated that the court has personal jurisdiction over Tencent Holdings, stating that the alleged acts of infringement did not occur as claimed and that most of the intellectual property elements are not adequately presented in the lawsuit.

Tencent also rejects Sony’s trademark infringement claims, stating that fame does not automatically grant trademark rights. In its 21-page response, Tencent argues that Sony has not presented specific facts to support its claims and that the main case, related to the development of an allegedly infringing game, is not ripe for judgment.

The game Light of Motiram, described as an open-world survival title, has drawn attention for its similarities to Horizon Zero Dawn, particularly in its main character, which has led to comparisons between the two. Although the developer and Tencent subsidiary, Polaris Quest, removed references to elements that could evoke Horizon Zero Dawn from its Steam page, this has not been enough to mitigate Sony’s accusations.

The legal battle between both companies is far from over, and a new response from Sony is expected in the coming days, suggesting that this dispute over intellectual property in the video game industry will continue to develop.

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Sony strikes back against Tencent for the game that they claim blatantly plagiarizes one of its most famous IPs

The legal dispute between Sony and Tencent over the video game Light of Motiram, considered a clone of Horizon Zero Dawn, continues to intensify. Earlier this year, Sony filed a lawsuit against the Chinese conglomerate, claiming that the development of Light of Motiram was based on a failed proposal to adapt Horizon for the mobile market. The Japanese company argues that the new title features artistic and character similarities to its successful video game, particularly with its protagonist, Aloy. A game too similar to Horizon In its most recent legal response, which The Game Post had access to, Sony accuses […]

The legal dispute between Sony and Tencent over the video game Light of Motiram, considered a clone of Horizon Zero Dawn, continues to intensify. Earlier this year, Sony filed a lawsuit against the Chinese conglomerate, claiming that the development of Light of Motiram was based on a failed proposal to adapt Horizon for the mobile market. The Japanese company argues that the new title features artistic and character similarities with its successful video game, particularly with its protagonist, Aloy.

A game too similar to Horizon

In its most recent legal response, which The Game Post has accessed, Sony accuses Tencent of damaging the Horizon brand and jeopardizing its commercial future. The company states that the defense presented by Tencent is “absurd” and points out that there is already confusion among consumers due to the marketing and similar appearance of both games. According to Sony, the use of similar characters and visual elements in Light of Motiram creates a false association between the two franchises, which could harm its reputation and success.

Tencet, for its part, defends its project arguing that Horizon is not an original concept and that its development is in a preliminary phase. They claim that rushing plagiarism accusations is exaggerated, pointing out that many video games share common elements. However, Sony has emphasized that the “damage is already done,” especially after the release date of Light of Motiram was moved to 2027 following the lawsuit.

As both companies dig in their heels in their respective positions, the legal battle seems far from resolved. This confrontation could not only have significant consequences for the two companies, but it could also set a precedent regarding the limits of inspiration and intellectual property in the video game industry, marking a critical point in how similarities between titles are managed in an increasingly competitive market.

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Tencent says that if their new game is a plagiarism of Horizon Zero Dawn, Sony should take a look at what they have done with Breath of the Wild and Far Cry

Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent over the game Light of Motiram, claiming that the title is a copy of its acclaimed franchise Horizon Zero Dawn. The legal dispute, which originated after the game’s announcement, has escalated in intensity since July, when Sony formalized its complaint in a California court. The Japanese company argues that there are undeniable similarities between the two games, highlighting the red-haired protagonist, robotic fauna, and the post-apocalyptic open-world settings. There is nothing original in the world Tencent, for its part, has vehemently responded to the accusations, arguing that it does not […]

Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent over the game Light of Motiram, claiming that the title is a copy of its acclaimed franchise Horizon Zero Dawn. The legal dispute, which originated after the game’s announcement, has escalated in intensity since July, when Sony formalized its complaint in a California court. The Japanese company argues that there are undeniable similarities between the two games, highlighting the red-haired protagonist, robotic fauna, and the post-apocalyptic open-world settings.

There is nothing original in the world

Tencent, for its part, has vehemently responded to the accusations, arguing that there is no jurisdiction and that the lawsuit lacks substantial evidence, given that Light of Motiram will not be released until 2027. In its defense, the company argues that Sony seeks to establish a monopoly over common elements in popular culture, such as the archetype of the red-haired hero and ruined civilizations, and not simply to protect its copyright.

In the context of this dispute, Tencent has pointed out that the elements mentioned by Sony are present in numerous video games before and after Horizon Zero Dawn, citing titles such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Far Cry: Primal. Additionally, the company argues that Sony’s lawsuit is based on hypotheses, as Light of Motiram is still in production and its alleged infringements may never occur.

The conflict reflects a common issue in the video game industry: the thin line between inspiration and copying. As both companies maintain firm positions, it is expected that the U.S. justice system will rule on the case, which could have significant implications for intellectual property in the sector. In a landscape where video game giants clash, the outcome of this litigation could define future copyright disputes in the industry.

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This Horizon Zero Dawn clone has good reasons for you to play it

The Horizon saga from PlayStation, which has brought four games to life so far, seems to be on track to continue its expansion. However, the emergence of imitators is already being felt, with one of the most notable being Light of Motiram, developed by the Chinese studio Polaris Quest, a subsidiary of Tencent. This new title, which has caused a stir due to its obvious inspiration from Horizon Zero Dawn, has released a trailer showcasing its own features and distancing itself from its source of inspiration. Its appeal is to be the opposite of the Horizon saga in everything but aesthetics […]

The PlayStation Horizon saga, which has brought four games to life so far, seems to be on track to continue its expansion. However, the emergence of imitators is already being felt, with one of the most notable being Light of Motiram, developed by the Chinese studio Polaris Quest, a subsidiary of Tencent. This new title, which has caused a stir due to its obvious inspiration from Horizon Zero Dawn, has released a trailer showcasing its own features and distancing itself from its source of inspiration.

Its appeal is being the opposite of the Horizon saga in everything but aesthetics

Light of Motiram presents itself as a survival adventure focused on base building, the taming of mechanical creatures known as Mechanimals, and cooperative combat for up to ten players. Unlike what is seen in the Guerrilla Games title, this new game minimizes the narrative weight and seeks to maximize the online component. Players will be able to join and leave matches without affecting their progress, a proposal that could be appealing to those looking for a more flexible experience.

As for combat, Light of Motiram moves even further away from the Horizon style, opting for a focus on melee combat that emphasizes dodges, blocks, and counterattacks. The customization of mechs will allow players to take on different roles, from tanks to support units, adding variety to the gameplay system. This approach could attract a new audience eager to experience a different game, even if it shares certain similarities in its setting.

Scheduled for a 2025 release as a free-to-play title, Light of Motiram will be available on PS5, iOS, Android, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. As development progresses, Tencent’s growing role in the video game industry, including its investments in Ubisoft and oversight of franchises like Assassin’s Creed, continues to spark conversation about its presence in the global market.

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The game that has been accused of plagiarizing Horizon Zero Dawn… But it is more similar to Palworld

Cuando Palworld apareció a principios de año, muchos de nosotros nos preguntamos cómo pudo haber sucedido algo así. ¿Un juego que claramente tomó diseños de Pokémon y les dio una ametralladora? Se asemejaba a la audacia de las películas filipinas de los años 70 y 80, que combinaban sin esfuerzo personajes con propiedad intelectual y los enfrentaban entre sí. Pero, de alguna manera, estos plagios casi literales se están volviendo cada vez más normales dentro de la industria de los videojuegos. Si Palworld se salió con la suya, ¿por qué no lo haría Light of […]

When Palworld appeared at the beginning of the year, many of us wondered how something like this could have happened. A game that clearly took Pokémon designs and gave them a machine gun? It resembled the audacity of Filipino films from the 70s and 80s, which effortlessly combined characters with intellectual property and pitted them against each other. But, somehow, these practically literal plagiarisms are becoming increasingly common within the video game industry. If Palworld got away with it, why wouldn’t Light of Motiram?

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Motiram Zero Dawn

Polaris Quest, the studio behind Light of Motiram, hasn’t exactly been subtle. The plot, set in a natural world dominated by gigantic machines (ahem), is notably similar to that of Horizon Zero Dawn, but it doesn’t stop there: from what we can see in its first images, they have adapted the same tones and have created a very similar world. We can think positively and believe it was a coincidence, but in 2024, coincidences rarely exist.

Most people are surprised by the colossal lack of shame from the studio, which clearly plays coy, but whose gameplay is very different from Aloy’s adventures. In this case, it’s about building a base where you can train up to a hundred “mechanimals” (that’s what the creatures are called), which you can modify to fight each other, alone or with others: the world can be explored cooperatively, with up to ten players. There you go.

In other words, it will be like Palworld but in the world of Horizon Zero Dawn. At this point, one wonders if there have really been humans behind the game or if we are facing one of those titles where AI has taken the lead (but they still don’t dare to say it due to the consequences it may have). For now, there is no release date for Light of Motiram (we only know, in fact, that it will be released on Steam and the Epic Games Store), but it has become, perhaps to its regret, the new laughingstock of the industry. Rightly so.

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