Sony Settles With Fired Bungie Dev, Adds Him To Marathon Credits
Former Bungie director Chris Barrett has reached a settlement with Sony and Bungie, resulting in his inclusion in the credits for the upcoming game Marathon.
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The brief
Chris Barrett, a former director for Destiny 2 and Marathon, has concluded a legal dispute with Sony and Bungie. As part of the settlement, Barrett has been added to the game credits for Marathon.
Public updates regarding the terms of the settlement beyond the credit adjustment have not been disclosed. Future developments will depend on official announcements from the involved parties.
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Quick answers
Who is involved in the settlement?
The settlement involves former director Chris Barrett and companies Sony and Bungie.
What is the result of the settlement?
Chris Barrett has been added to the game credits for Marathon.
What was the value of the lawsuit?
The lawsuit was valued at $200 million.
Coverage (5)
- Fired Marathon director says he’s settled a lawsuit with Sony and been inserted into the credits Video Games Chronicle · 4h ago
- Chris Barrett’s $200 Million Lawsuit Against Sony And Bungie Ends With Settlement And Marathon Credits Update The Game Post · 4h ago
- Fired Marathon Director Settles Lawsuit With Sony, Inserted Into the Credits VGChartz · 4h 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 · 4h ago
- Sony Settles With Fired Bungie Dev, Adds Him To Marathon Credits Kotaku · 4h ago
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