Sony Settles With Fired Bungie Dev, Adds Him To Marathon Credits
Sony and Bungie have settled a $200 million lawsuit with former Marathon director Chris Barrett, resulting in his addition to the game's credits.
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The brief
Chris Barrett, a former director for Marathon and Destiny 2, has reached a settlement with Sony and Bungie. As part of the agreement, Barrett has been inserted into the credits for Marathon.
Coverage from PC Gamer, Video Games Chronicle, and Kotaku emphasizes the resolution of the legal dispute. PC Gamer notes that Barrett expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the case.
Attention now turns to the updated credits of Marathon following the settlement of the $200 million lawsuit, according to reports from The Game Post and VGChartz.
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Quick answers
Who was involved in the lawsuit?
The lawsuit involved former director Chris Barrett, Sony, and Bungie.
What was the financial value associated with the lawsuit?
The lawsuit was for $200 million.
What specific action was taken regarding the game Marathon?
Chris Barrett has been added to the credits of the game.
Coverage (5)
- Fired Marathon director says he’s settled a lawsuit with Sony and been inserted into the credits Video Games Chronicle · 5h ago
- Chris Barrett’s $200 Million Lawsuit Against Sony And Bungie Ends With Settlement And Marathon Credits Update The Game Post · 5h ago
- Fired Marathon Director Settles Lawsuit With Sony, Inserted Into the Credits VGChartz · 5h ago
- Former Destiny 2 and Marathon director settles $200 million lawsuit against Sony and Bungie: 'The outcome is one I am very satisfied with' PC Gamer · 5h ago
- Sony Settles With Fired Bungie Dev, Adds Him To Marathon Credits Kotaku · 5h ago
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