Activision Faces $680M Lawsuit Over Call of Duty League Monopoly

Prominent esports figures H3CZ and Scump allege Activision Blizzard monopolizes professional Call of Duty competitions, seeking significant damages.

Activision Blizzard is sued for allegedly monopolizing professional Call of Duty leagues and tournaments, with plaintiffs seeking over $680 million in damages.
H3CZ and Scump, key figures in the esports community, accuse Activision of coercive practices and anti-competitive behavior in managing the Call of Duty League.
The lawsuit claims Activision's control over the esports scene has led to extortionate entry fees for teams and restricted players' and teams' revenue opportunities.
Activision defends against the lawsuit, stating the claims are meritless and expressing disappointment in the disruption caused to the esports community.
The legal battle highlights ongoing tensions between game publishers and the esports community over control and monetization of competitive gaming.