NetEase Isn't Suing Blizzard - A Disgruntled Gamer Is
Following yesterday's story that former licensing partner NetEase was allegedly suing Blizzard Entertainment for $43.5 million in refunds, Sina Technology has since reported a response from Activision Blizzard, stating «Blizzard has not received the relevant complaints, but we believe that we have not violated any licensing agreements.»
Sina Technology Blizzard replied: «Blizzard has not received a lawsuit at this time, but we believe we have not breached any licensing agreements. The contract terms that NetEase is suspected to be dissatisfied with involve standard industry practice and have been mutually beneficial to both parties over the years. While we are disappointed and confused by these ongoing actions, it is important to note that the nearly two-decade operational history in China has been very positive and enjoyable, and we remain committed to serving and protecting the rights of our local players.»So where did this confusion come from? How did Chinese media manage to report a lawsuit against Activision Blizzard without Activision Blizzard even knowing about it? After a little bit of research, we've discovered conflicting court documents which paint a confused, yet telling picture.
Misfiled DetailsThe initial filing found on Tianyancha names NetEase and Yang Jun against Blizzard Entertainment and former licensing partner The9. This first filing is from 天眼查 (Tianyancha), a large data technology service company which collects the public information of more than 2,000 websites such as China Enterprise Credit Information Public Display System, China Judicial Documents Network, China Execution Information Public Network, State Intellectual Property Office, Trademark Office, and so on, which allows users to
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