Bungie Faces Lawsuit Over Allegations of Copyright Infringement in Destiny 2

Bungie is currently embroiled in a legal battle over accusations of copyright infringement concerning the game Destiny 2. The dispute has arisen with an author who claims that there are notable parallels between the narrative of Destiny 2's Red War and his own creative output. The individual behind the lawsuit is Kelsey Martineau, who is also known by his pen name, Caspar Cole.

In his legal complaint, Martineau asserts that elements from his writings published in 2013 and 2014 have been appropriated by Bungie and integrated into Destiny 2. He emphasizes that despite the game's reputation for delivering an engaging and exciting experience for gamers, it directly draws from his original material. The lawsuit contends that the story of Destiny 2 closely mirrors his source material.

Furthermore, Martineau's creations feature a faction labeled the Red Legion, which he argues shares striking similarities in attitudes, perspectives, and historical backgrounds with those presented in Destiny 2. He even claims that certain characters in the game bear a strong resemblance to counterparts from his own narratives.

The legal action aims to secure financial restitution for the alleged infringement and demands that Bungie cease any distribution of content that relates to Martineau's intellectual property. Additionally, the suit calls for a complete account of all sales linked to any products or services that have violated the author's copyright.

Complete details can be reviewed in the official court document.