Former Bungie Director Sues Sony and Bungie for $200 Million Over Alleged Wrongful Termination

Christopher Barrett claims his dismissal was part of a scheme to avoid a $45 million payout and to deflect attention from corporate challenges.

Christopher Barrett, a long-time Bungie employee and former director of Destiny 2 and Marathon, has filed a $200 million lawsuit against Sony and Bungie alleging wrongful termination and defamation.
Barrett claims he was falsely accused of workplace misconduct to justify his firing and avoid paying him $45 million owed under his employment agreement.
The lawsuit alleges Sony and Bungie used Barrett as a scapegoat to divert attention from internal business struggles, including delays and financial underperformance following Sony's $3.6 billion acquisition of Bungie.
Barrett denies the allegations of misconduct, stating he was not given a fair opportunity to respond during the investigation and was terminated without sufficient explanation.
The lawsuit highlights broader cultural and leadership issues within Bungie, including prior allegations of workplace misconduct and harassment that surfaced in a 2021 report.