One of the biggest gaming news stories this week is Sony’s lawsuit against Tencent over Light of Motiram, developed by Tencent’s Polaris Quest.The lawsuit claims the game infringes on copyright and trademark elements from Horizon, noting that the character, world, and enemy designs bear a striking resemblance to Guerrilla’s sci-fi series.
Sony’s claim includes a key detail: Tencent previously pitched a collaboration for a Horizon game, but Sony rejected the proposal. The pitch included Eastern aesthetics, multiplayer, crafting, and even a mockup of Aloy on the Great Wall of China. After rejecting the proposal, Tencent announced Light of Motiram. Sony now argues that Tencent recycled those concepts under a new name without permission.
Whether the lawsuit forces a redesign or cancellation, it may complicate the reception of Guerrilla’s own multiplayer Horizon project. That game, which has leaked artwork showing stylized visuals and co-op gameplay, will likely face comparisons to Light of Motor when it’s finally revealed.
WB Games Montreal’s Next Project Hints at Live Service DC Game (Gaming News)
WB Games Montreal appears to be working on a new AAA live service title based on a major Warner Bros. or DC IP. A job listing for an executive producer confirms the project includes post-launch content and long-term player engagement.
While the listing doesn’t name the exact franchise, it’s assumed to be part of the DC universe given the studio’s past work on Batman: Arkham Origins and Gotham Knights. Reports earlier this year stated that Rocksteady is now returning to Batman with a new single-player game, leaving Montreal free to explore other live service options.
Although fan confidence in DC-based live service titles remains shaky after Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, Gotham Knights did show potential in its loot and progression systems. If refined, those ideas could work in a long-term format.
Dying Light: The Beast Delay and Hollow Knight: Silksong Resurgence
Techland has officially delayed Dying Light: The Beast from August 22 to September 19, citing feedback from recent preview sessions. The studio aims to improve game balance, UI clarity, physics quality, cutscenes, and animation polish. The delay pushes it dangerously close to heavyweights like Borderlands 4, Silent Hill f, Ghost of Yote, Outer Worlds 2, and Pokémon ZA. That new date could hurt its visibility, but Techland hopes polish will outweigh the risks.
Meanwhile, Hollow Knight: Silksong has resurfaced. Team Cherry confirmed a playable demo will be available at Gamescom, marking the first time the public will go hands-on. The game will also be playable on the ROG Ally Xbox handheld, adding extra excitement. With recent Steam and website updates, many believe the long-awaited launch is finally approaching.
God of War TV Show and Battlefield 6’s Return to Form (Gaming News)
New details about the God of War Amazon Prime series came during San Diego Comic-Con. Showrunner Ronald D. Moore (of Battlestar Galactica and Star Trek fame) revealed the project is still in scriptwriting and filming won’t begin until 2026. Cory Barlog is involved, and the team plans to adapt the 2018 God of War first, with room for Kratos’s Greek past later. The show will consist of 10 episodes in its first season, with a second season already confirmed.
God of War TV series script still in development and start of production is still unclear but earliest is 2026
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Lastly, Battlefield 6 delivered its full multiplayer reveal. The game returns to a class-based system, adds new tactical tools like dragging allies to safety and building ladders, and focuses heavily on destruction. Modes like Rush, Conquest, Domination, and Team Deathmatch return, alongside a free-to-play battle royale and a revamped Portal mode with Forge-like creation tools.
Battlefield 6 launches October 10 and has already hit the top of Steam’s best-seller list. It marks a clear return to the Battlefield 3 and Battlefield 4 era, with fans hopeful the franchise is finally back on track.
