Video game maker sues Microsoft

C|Net | at | by Mike

Video game maker Mythic Entertainment has filed a lawsuit against Microsoft, charging the software giant with trademark infringement and unfair competition. Mythic, which specializes in multiplayer online games, contends that an upcoming video game from Microsoft dubbed "Mythica" infringes on its name and trademarks. The company said on Monday that a prerelease of and marketing materials for the Microsoft game, designed to be played over the Internet, violate its established brands under state and federal laws.