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Fired Marathon director says he's settled lawsuit with Sony
Christopher Barrett, former game director of Marathon, has reached a settlement with Bungie and Sony Interactive Entertainment regarding his lawsuit over his termination. Barrett alleged he was fired without cause following misconduct allegations, which he claimed were unfounded. The settlement includes adding his name to Marathon's credits.
Destiny 2 free game shows just how much fans hate ex-CEO and his car collection
A fan-made game called Destiny: The Final Car has been created to satirize and express frustration with former Bungie CEO Pete Parsons and his car collection. This comes amid fan discontent over Bungie's management, including layoffs and the shift away from new Destiny 2 content following Sony's acquisition of the studio.
Sony, Bungie settle with ex-Marathon director they accused of "predatory behaviour", bringing $200m wrongful dismissal lawsuit to a close
Sony and Bungie have settled a $200 million wrongful dismissal lawsuit filed by former Marathon game director Christopher Barrett. Barrett alleged the companies falsely insinuated he engaged in sexual misconduct to destroy his reputation and avoid paying him nearly $50 million. The settlement brings an end to the legal proceedings, with Barrett's name being added to Marathon's credits. This news follows recent significant layoffs at Bungie.
Former Marathon and Destiny 2 lead "pleased to share" outcome of his $200 million lawsuit against Bungie and Sony is "one I am very satisfied with"
Former Bungie director Christopher Barrett has reached a settlement with Bungie and Sony Interactive Entertainment regarding his $200 million lawsuit. Barrett, who led projects like Marathon and Destiny 2, alleged wrongful termination to avoid paying him $45 million. The terms of the settlement are confidential, but Barrett expressed satisfaction with the outcome and his name has been added to the Marathon credits.
Former Marathon director settles lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, following his firing over alleged inappropriate messages to female staff
Former Marathon director Christopher Barrett has settled his lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, which was filed after his termination for alleged inappropriate messages to female staff. Barrett claimed wrongful termination and defamation, while the companies revealed some of the alleged messages. The settlement was announced via posts on X and LinkedIn, with both parties expressing satisfaction and acknowledging Barrett's contributions to Bungie's games.
Sony Settles With Fired Marathon Game Director Who Sued PlayStation and Bungie for More Than $200 Million, Adds Name to Credits
Sony has settled with former developer Christopher Barrett, who was accused of sexual misconduct and sued PlayStation and Bungie for over $200 million. As part of the settlement, Barrett will be credited in the recently released extraction shooter Marathon.
Evening Legal Briefs
A former director for Destiny 2 and Marathon has settled a $200 million lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, expressing satisfaction with the outcome. The article also briefly mentions a judge rejecting a Kalshi attempt to override new regulations.
Former Destiny 2 and Marathon director settles $200 million lawsuit against Sony and Bungie: 'The outcome is one I…
Former Destiny 2 and Marathon director Christopher Barrett has settled his $200 million lawsuit against Sony Interactive Entertainment and Bungie. Barrett alleged he was wrongfully terminated to avoid paying him over $45 million in owed compensation and to scapegoat him for business failures. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed, but Barrett expressed satisfaction with the outcome.
In the ashes of Destiny 2, furious developer creates playable Pete Parsons-themed parody raid where the former Bungie…
A game developer has created a playable parody raid called "The Vault of Cars" within Destiny 2, satirizing former Bungie CEO Pete Parsons' departure and perceived spending habits. The raid features Parsons as a boss and critiques recent industry issues like layoffs and poor decision-making, reflecting broader developer sentiment amidst industry turmoil.
Evening Patches
Several games received official updates, including DOOM: The Dark Ages with its Revelations Update 4, and Marathon with version 1.1.0.4. Star Trek Online's Undiscovered expansion is now live on PC, and Team Fortress 2 also received a new update.
Get Games For Less Than $10 During Green Man Gaming’s Summer Sale
Green Man Gaming is currently hosting its Summer Sale, offering significant discounts on thousands of PC games, with many titles available for under $10. The sale features a wide range of games, from indie hits like Balatro to major releases such as The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and includes deals on games like Sleeping Dogs Definitive Edition, Batman: Arkham Collection, and Destiny 2: The Collection. The sale is set to end on July 13.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PC Blocked in 132 Countries Due to PlayStation Account Requirement
The PC version of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will not be available in 132 countries due to a mandatory PlayStation Network account requirement for multiplayer features. This situation mirrors the controversy faced by Helldivers 2, which was later reversed by Sony. Arc System Works is developing the fighting game, featuring Marvel characters with a 3D anime aesthetic.
Shack Chat: What's your Game of the Mid-Year?
Shacknews staff members share their personal favorite games released in the first half of 2026. Titles like Pragmata, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Star Fox, and Marathon are highlighted for their engaging gameplay, compelling stories, and unique experiences.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Jobs roundup: July 2026 | Marathon director Joe Ziegler leaves Bungie
This article rounds up recent hires and departures within the games industry for July 2026. Notable moves include Joe Ziegler leaving Bungie's Marathon team, Chris Chung joining Neowiz, and Robert Henrysson stepping down as CEO of Supermassive Games. Several other companies announced new appointments across marketing, production, and business development roles.
After layoffs and Destiny 2's abrupt end, Bungie "can't promise a fix" to reported issues: "We will get this out when possible"
Bungie has announced a delay for a Destiny 2 patch due to recent mass layoffs impacting the development team. The studio stated that while the patch is not indefinitely postponed, some fixes were being worked on by affected employees. Bungie is also addressing player-reported issues with Destiny 2's performance, acknowledging that while they "can't promise a fix," they will investigate.
July is a little light on the big new game releases, but your co-op horror Discord gang will be feastin'
July 2026 will see a lighter release schedule for major new games, with a focus on co-op horror titles and notable remakes like Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced and Halo: Campaign Evolved. The month also includes updates for existing titles such as Palworld, Final Fantasy 14, and Doom: The Dark Ages, alongside various Steam sales and events.
This Week In Games Was Bad, But Next Week May Be Worse
The gaming industry experienced a particularly bleak week with multiple significant layoffs, studio closures, and price increases. Microsoft's Xbox division saw widespread job cuts, while Sony announced plans to end physical disc production for PlayStation games by 2028. These events, coupled with delays and the ongoing impact of AI discussions, paint a grim picture for the industry's immediate future.
Destiny 2 almost got an honest-to-goodness dating sim, but leadership gave it a ‘hard no’
Former Bungie developers revealed that a dating simulator concept based on Destiny 2 was developed internally but ultimately rejected by leadership. Former community manager Liana Ruppert confirmed the existence of the 'Dream Daddy inspired' concept and expressed agreement with criticism that leadership was out of touch. Separately, Bungie's Dylan Gafner offered words of encouragement to fans concerned about the game's current state, while the studio continues development on its upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon.
The MOP Up: Sky Children of the Light creates an interactive Vincent van Gogh exhibit
Sky Children of the Light has launched an interactive exhibit inspired by the art and life of Vincent van Gogh. This article also rounds up other recent MMO news, including updates for Sea of Thieves, Marathon, Raven2, Skull and Bones, Riftbound, Enlisted, The First Descendant's Evangelion collaboration, and Disney Dreamlight Valley's upcoming Adventure Pack.