Disputes Former Bungie director settles lawsuit against Sony over dismissal Christopher Barrett claimed PlayStation manufacturer used misconduct investigation as a pretext to withhold bonus payments worth millions of dollars iStock.com/Sundry Photography Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Friday 10 July 2026 A former executive who sued Sony for more than $200m (£149m) has settled his lawsuit against the company that fired him for alleged sexual misconduct. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Disputes Sony fires back at dismissed Bungie executive’s lawsuit Disputes Video game CEO reinstated after pretextual firing to dodge bonus payouts, court rules Unions Wizards of the Coast in hot water after using deadnames in NLRB filings Disputes Ex-Ubisoft exec sues over “disguised dismissal” amid restructuring