The Competition and Markets Authority in the UK says there's a "realistic prospect" of lessened competition for consoles, game streaming, and more.
Microsoft Gaming CEO reiterates commitment to release the "same version" of Call of Duty on PlayStation on the same day as other platforms.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Call of Duty: Warzone 2 and Treyarch's next game in the series are reportedly included in the deal.
Despite not saying much "due to embargoes", Microsoft's Aaron Greenberg teases some developments with the recently acquired publisher.
Instead of the studio's new triple-A survival game, Jez Corden of Windows Central expected it to announce "a different game" last week
GlobalData's David Bicknell says that Microsoft will be expected to "provide a running commentary on the deal’s progress."
Bloomberg's Jason Schreier also notes that there's "cautious optimism" about the merger and Bobby Kotick's departure along with a "fear of layoffs."
Phil Spencer says that, "We had to look at that forward plan and ensure we had a kind of confidence in that” when pursuing the acquisition.
MIDia Research's Karol Severin says it wouldn't be "financially sound" for Microsoft to turn off revenue from Activision titles on PlayStation.
The company does plan to keep some of Activision's titles available for PlayStation consoles, as per a source that spoke to Bloomberg.
Total revenue for the quarter ending September 30th 2021 totaled $2.07 billion but monthly active users remained stagnant.
"While the accounts in this week’s news are difficult to read, we hope they will lead to justice, awareness, and accountability," the developer writes.
The company is being sued by the State of California, and is accused of sexual harassment, sexual discrimination, racial discrimination, and more.
Currently available for North American players on PC.
The COVID-19 pandemic will require reassessing this "in a month and in three months".
