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Activision's Legal Response to Uvalde Shooting Allegations

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


Activision has legally responded to allegations that Call of Duty influenced the Uvalde school shooter. The company cited freedom of expression and California's laws to have the charges removed.

Activision's Response to the Lawsuit

Activision, the creator of the Call of Duty series, has formally responded to a lawsuit filed by families of the victims of the Uvalde school shooting in 2022. The lawsuit claimed that Activision's games contributed to the shooter's radicalization. The company replied with a 145-page document stating that their games are a form of artistic expression protected by California's laws. Activision argued that video games should be considered creative works akin to literature or film.

Gamer Community Reaction

The gaming community has been actively discussing this issue. Some gamers argue that the shooting mimicked levels and scenes from Call of Duty, thus blaming the developers. However, most gamers dismissed the lawsuit, suggesting that the blame should instead lie with the police for their inaction. Gamers also suggested policy changes in gun ownership and looking at international examples to prevent future tragedies.

Significance of the Upcoming Hearing

The hearing, scheduled for April 15, 2025, is pivotal for the gaming industry. It will determine if the lawsuit is dismissed under California's protections. The court's decision will influence how responsibility is allocated in cases of mass violence like this one.

The hearing's outcome will define the future interaction between society and law regarding video games within public safety contexts and will have long-lasting implications for the gaming industry.

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