What you need to know
Activision-Blizzard is known for huge franchises like Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, and Candy Crush.
Today, Microsoft revealed that it is buying the entire company, with plans to expand mobile, cloud, and Xbox Game Pass content.
Another seismic gaming acquisition.
Updated Jan 18, 2022: It`s now officially confirmed!
As we extend the joy and community of gaming to everyone, we are incredibly excited to welcome the fantastic teams and iconic franchises of Activision Blizzard to Team Xbox https://t.co/DVrgYS8ssB— Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) January 18, 2022
Last year, Microsoft completed its purchase of ZeniMax, which included blockbuster studios like Bethesda, id Software, Machine Games, Arkane, and many more. Microsoft is aggressively seeking to expand its first-party IP operations as it looks to bolster the quality of its first-party games lineup, with its Netflix-like Xbox Game Pass service requiring content like never before. And now, it looks like w...
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