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Bungie faces legal setback in red war lawsuit

Courts Reject Bungieโ€™s Motion | Red War Lawsuit Takes a Turn

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Aiden Patel

May 3, 2025, 11:55 PM

Edited By

James Lee

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A gavel striking a sound block symbolizing a court's decision impacting Bungie's Destiny 2 Red War lawsuit
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A court has denied Bungieโ€™s motion to dismiss the lawsuit over Destiny 2's Red War campaign. This ruling dismisses Bungie's evidenceโ€”YouTube videos and fan wikisโ€”as insufficient, citing "third-party origination" with "authenticity not established." This development raises questions about Bungie's approach moving forward.

What This Means for Bungie

Bungie faces growing scrutiny as it contends with this lawsuit claiming the gameโ€™s narrative closely mirrors another creator's work. People are eager to see how Bungie will counter this in future filings, especially considering the court's rejection of its initial arguments.

Court's Dismissal Details

The court emphasized that supporting evidence from external sources does not hold water in this instance. Commenters have expressed disbelief over Bungie's legal strategy, highlighting that:

  • "it would be better to submit their own content for comparison."

  • "Thereโ€™s speculation they might have to even recreate portions of the game."

Fan Reactions

The backlash against Bungieโ€™s defense strategy is palpable among the community:

"Would be hilarious if Bungie had to unvault and add the Red War campaign back into the live game just to fight this lawsuit."

In contrast, some believe the lawsuit lacks merit, indicating:

  • "This lawsuit has no chance"

  • "Martineau's comparisons seem absurd at best."

Key Takeaways

  • ๐Ÿ“‰ Bungie's motion to dismiss denied; court favors lawsuit progression.

  • ๐Ÿ” Fans critique Bungieโ€™s legal approach, suggesting alternative strategies.

  • ๐Ÿค” Speculation grows on potential game content revival due to lawsuit pressures.

As Bungie navigates these turbulent legal waters, the eyes of the gaming world remain fixed on future proceedings. The outcome of this case could have lasting implications on how game narratives are protected under copyright laws.