HoYoverse Files Lawsuit to Shut Down Major Leak Wiki Over Copyright Violations
HoYoverse has filed a lawsuit in a United States court seeking to shut down HomDGCat, a well known wiki site frequently used by fans of Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail. The studio alleges that the site repeatedly published unreleased and confidential game content, causing serious damage to its intellectual property and marketing plans.
According to court documents, HoYoverse claims that HomDGCat made extensive use of leaked materials that were never intended for public release. These allegedly included unreleased artwork, in game dialogue, gameplay systems, and internal development data scheduled for future updates.
Allegations of Beta Test Exploitation
The lawsuit states that the operators of HomDGCat allegedly encouraged players participating in closed beta tests to provide confidential files. These testers are bound by strict non disclosure agreements, and HoYoverse argues that the site exploited their access to obtain sensitive data.
The leaked materials reportedly went far beyond text based summaries. HoYoverse claims that thousands of files were published, including visual assets and narrative content that revealed long term development plans.
Copyright, Trade Secrets, and Contract Interference
HoYoverse’s legal complaint includes multiple allegations, such as copyright infringement, theft of trade secrets, and intentional interference with contractual agreements. The company argues that these leaks undermine official announcements, reduce player excitement, and disrupt carefully planned content rollouts.
Before filing the lawsuit, HoYoverse reportedly issued several DMCA takedown notices and formal warnings, which it claims were largely ignored. The studio now seeks stronger legal remedies through the court system.
Demands and Potential Consequences
HoYoverse is requesting substantial financial damages, although no specific amount has been publicly disclosed. In addition, the company is asking the court for a permanent injunction to shut down the HomDGCat website and any related social media accounts.
At the time of writing, the site remains accessible, and there has been no public response from its operators. However, the case represents one of the most aggressive legal actions taken by a major game publisher against a leak focused community site.
A Broader Crackdown on Leaks
This lawsuit comes during a period of heightened enforcement for HoYoverse. Recent reports indicate the company has been tightening internal and external controls to protect its globally successful franchises. The action against HomDGCat sends a clear message that large scale data leaks will no longer be tolerated.
If the court rules in HoYoverse’s favor, the outcome could establish a new precedent for how leaked game content is handled across the global industry. For players accustomed to following early information through unofficial channels, this case may signal a major shift in how future game updates are revealed.
 Origin: Dexerto
