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CNBC AI News, August 13th – A lawsuit challenging the algorithmic underpinnings of Tencent’s wildly popular mobile game, Honor of Kings (王者荣耀), recently saw its day in court. The case, brought by Qingdao-based lawyer Sun Qianhe, was heard in the Shenzhen Nanshan District Court.
Dubbed the “First Chinese Game Algorithm Litigation,” the suit represents an unprecedented challenge to the often-opaque algorithms that govern matchmaking in online games.
In a video statement released this afternoon, Sun Qianhe addressed concerns about the potential misallocation of judicial resources. “Yesterday’s hearing, from 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM, was arduous, but everyone in the courtroom was extremely dedicated. Some argue that suing Honor of Kings is a waste of judicial resources. I respectfully disagree. From the ‘facial recognition first case’ to the suit against Disneyland for banning outside food, if a case can contribute to improved regulations and safeguard public interest, then it is by no means a waste of judicial resources. On the contrary, it is a maximization of their utilization.”
“Progress in the rule of law requires sacrifice. Seemingly low-cost-effectiveness lawsuits are precisely the necessary costs paid for institutional updates. A seemingly inconsequential case today may be laying the foundation for a more just rule tomorrow,” Sun Qianhe stated. This perspective highlights the broader implications of challenging proprietary algorithms and demanding greater transparency in the gaming industry.
According to reports, Sun Qianhe, a dedicated Honor of Kings player, initiated the lawsuit after becoming frustrated with the game’s matchmaking system. She alleges that after a series of wins, the game disproportionately pairs her with weaker teammates, while conversely, a losing streak results in being matched with stronger players. Her suit demands the public disclosure of Honor of Kings‘ player matchmaking algorithm.
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