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Light of Motiram Promotion to be Halted as Lawsuit Between Tencent and Sony Continues

Light of Motiram Promotion to be Halted as Lawsuit Between Tencent and Sony Continues

Along with this, Tencent has also agreed to not move up the release date for Light of Motiram from its Q4 2027 release window.

Ubisoft Announces Tencent Becoming Minority Stakeholder in Vantage Studios is “Imminent”

Ubisoft Announces Tencent Becoming Minority Stakeholder in Vantage Studios is “Imminent”

In its recent earnings report, Ubisoft noted that the €1.16 billion investment by Tencent will help power Vantage Studios' future.

Sony Calls Tencent’s Appeals Over Light of Motiram Lawsuit “Nonsense” in 42-Page Statement

Sony Calls Tencent’s Appeals Over Light of Motiram Lawsuit “Nonsense” in 42-Page Statement

"The damage is done" said Sony in a statement against Tencent for Light of Motiram being a "slavish clone" of the Horizon series.

Tencent Says Sony’s Lawsuit is “an Improper Attempt to Fence Off” Popular Culture

Tencent Says Sony’s Lawsuit is “an Improper Attempt to Fence Off” Popular Culture

Sony had a filed a lawsuit against Tencent, alleging that the upcoming Light of Motiram is a "slavish clone" of its Horizon franchise.

Sony Files Lawsuit Against Tencent for “Slavish Horizon Clone” Light of Motiram

Sony Files Lawsuit Against Tencent for “Slavish Horizon Clone” Light of Motiram

Light of Motiram was getting compared to the Horizon games immediately after its announcement, with even its key art being similar.

Ubisoft’s New Subsidiary is Co-Headed by Yves Guillemot’s Son

Ubisoft’s New Subsidiary is Co-Headed by Yves Guillemot’s Son

Charlie Guillemot acknowledged that while he is Yves' son, his position as co-CEO isn't a case of nepotism thanks to his experience.

Tencent Acquired 15.75 Percent of Helldivers 2 Developer Last Year

Tencent Acquired 15.75 Percent of Helldivers 2 Developer Last Year

The deal between Tencent and the studio was valued at around $83 million, bringing up Arrowhead's value up to around $532 million.

Ubisoft’s New Subsidiary Will Build Story-Based Single-Player, Live-Service Multiplayer, and Mobile Games

Ubisoft’s New Subsidiary Will Build Story-Based Single-Player, Live-Service Multiplayer, and Mobile Games

The subsidiary was founded as part of a €1.16 billion deal between Ubisoft and Tencent, and was officially announced back in March.

Ubisoft to Establish New Subsidiary Overseeing Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six

Ubisoft to Establish New Subsidiary Overseeing Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six

Chinese giant Tencent will invest €1.16 billion in the newly established Ubisoft subsidiary, and will own a 25 percent stake.

Ubisoft to Form New Venture With Assassin’s Creed IP, In Talks With Investors – Rumour

Ubisoft to Form New Venture With Assassin’s Creed IP, In Talks With Investors – Rumour

This move would fall in line with rumours from back in January where Ubisoft was seemingly in talks for Tencent for a new venture.

Ubisoft and Tencent Reportedly in Talks to Found New Venture With Ubisoft’s Assets – Rumour

Ubisoft and Tencent Reportedly in Talks to Found New Venture With Ubisoft’s Assets – Rumour

The new venture would allow Tencent a larger stake in Ubisoft's assets; the deal has seemingly been in the talks since December.

Ubisoft Continues Buyout Talks, Tencent Reportedly Wants More Say Over Future Board Decisions

Ubisoft Continues Buyout Talks, Tencent Reportedly Wants More Say Over Future Board Decisions

The Guillemot family is reportedly still in discussions with Tencent over a management-led buyout of the company.

Light of Motiram from Tencent Under Fire for Copying Guerrilla’s Horizon Series

Light of Motiram from Tencent Under Fire for Copying Guerrilla’s Horizon Series

Though it features co-op, base-building, and Mechanimal taming, the title has drawn criticism for copying Horizon's art style.

Dragon’s Dogma 2, Devil May Cry 5 Director Joins Tencent’s LightSpeed Studios

Dragon’s Dogma 2, Devil May Cry 5 Director Joins Tencent’s LightSpeed Studios

Former Capcom veteran Hideaki Itsuno will lead LightSpeed Japan Studio, which will be focused on developing AAA action games.

Ubisoft is Reportedly Considering a Buyout by Tencent

Ubisoft is Reportedly Considering a Buyout by Tencent

Ubisoft's founding Guillemot family and tech giant Tencent are reportedly considering a complete buyout of the former amidst continued troubles.

Final Fantasy 14 Mobile Port Has Been Approved for Release in China

Final Fantasy 14 Mobile Port Has Been Approved for Release in China

Though it's yet to be officially announced by Square Enix, the mobile port will seemingly be called Final Fantasy 14: Crystal World.

Final Fantasy 14 Mobile is in Development – Rumour

Final Fantasy 14 Mobile is in Development – Rumour

Square Enix is collaborating with Tencent for the development of a mobile port of the MMORPG, it's been claimed.

Assassin’s Creed Jade Delayed to 2025 – Rumour

Assassin’s Creed Jade Delayed to 2025 – Rumour

The open world mobile title's launch has reportedly been pushed back into 2025 as Tencent prioritizes DreamStar's development.

Remedy Entertainment’s Vanguard is Being Rebooted as Kestrel, a Paid Title with “a Strong Co-op Component”

Remedy Entertainment’s Vanguard is Being Rebooted as Kestrel, a Paid Title with “a Strong Co-op Component”

The project, now codenamed Kestrel, had to change direction "due to uncertainties in creating a successful game to the rapidly changing free-to-play market and associated risks."

Destruction AllStars Developer Lucid Games Acquired by Tencent Subsidiary LightSpeed Studios

Destruction AllStars Developer Lucid Games Acquired by Tencent Subsidiary LightSpeed Studios

"We'll continue to enjoy full independence in the games that we create and the operation of the studio," Lucid says.