In a surprising turn of events, Tencent has fired back at Sony’s lawsuit accusing its upcoming game, Light of Motiram, of being a slavish clone of the Horizon series. The legal battle highlights a critical conversation in the gaming industry about originality and the fine line between inspiration and imitation. Tencent argues that Sony’s claims are an attempt to monopolize common genre conventions that have been utilized by numerous games over the years.

Sony’s Chief Financial Officer, Lin Tao, has provided an optimistic update regarding the highly anticipated game, Marathon, indicating that it is expected to launch by the end of March 2026. This announcement comes after the game’s official delay, which was attributed to the need for further refinement and testing. Tao emphasized that while the launch is projected within the current fiscal year, it is not a guaranteed commitment, leaving room for potential changes.