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Activision Still Has the Source Codes for Older Transformers Games

Activision Still Has the Source Codes for Older Transformers Games

The publisher revealed that it still has the source codes for the games as a response to reports indicating that the games couldn't come to modern platforms because of the lack of source codes.

Microsoft Sends Final Submission to CMA Regarding Activision Blizzard Acquisition

Microsoft Sends Final Submission to CMA Regarding Activision Blizzard Acquisition

The appeal against the authority's denial of the deal was set for July 28th but was delayed by two months for further negotiation.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 Season 5 Brings Nicki Minaj and Snoop Dogg as New Operators

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 Season 5 Brings Nicki Minaj and Snoop Dogg as New Operators

Season 5 of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 hopes to celebrate 50 years of hip hop by bringing two influential stars from the genre to the game.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Reveal Seemingly Being Teased by Sledgehammer Games

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Reveal Seemingly Being Teased by Sledgehammer Games

A recent update made to Sledgehammer's Twitter profile seems to align with the leaked logo for this year's Call of Duty.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Logo Seemingly Leaked, Acknowledged by Developer

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Logo Seemingly Leaked, Acknowledged by Developer

The allegedly leaked promotional image of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 features Captain Price next to cans of Monster Energy.

Ubisoft CEO Says Microsoft-Activision Deal “Shows the Value of IPs on Console, PC, and Mobile”

Ubisoft CEO Says Microsoft-Activision Deal “Shows the Value of IPs on Console, PC, and Mobile”

"I think it's good news that the transaction can go through because it really shows the power of IPs, and where the industry is going," Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot says.

Diablo 4 Surpassed 10 Million Players in June

Diablo 4 Surpassed 10 Million Players in June

The action RPG also sold more units at launch than any other Blizzard Entertainment game to date.

Microsoft-Activision Merger Agreement Has Been Extended Until October 18

Microsoft-Activision Merger Agreement Has Been Extended Until October 18

"We're optimistic about getting this done, and excited about bringing more games to more players everywhere," says Xbox boss Phil Spencer.

Microsoft and CMA Granted Additional Two Months to Resolve Activision Blizzard Acquisition

Microsoft and CMA Granted Additional Two Months to Resolve Activision Blizzard Acquisition

The UK's Competition Appeal Tribunal was originally set to begin proceedings around Microsoft's appeal later this month.

Call of Duty 2023 Will be a Modern Warfare 2 Sequel, Activision Confirms

Call of Duty 2023 Will be a Modern Warfare 2 Sequel, Activision Confirms

Reports have previously claimed that the game, which is being developed primarily by Sledgehammer, was originally supposed to be paid DLC for Modern Warfare 2.

Microsoft’s 10-Year Agreement with Nintendo Covers All Future Activision Blizzard Releases

Microsoft’s 10-Year Agreement with Nintendo Covers All Future Activision Blizzard Releases

In recently submitted court documents, Microsoft stated that Nintendo has "a contractual right to obtain Activision content post-merger, including Call of Duty."

Microsoft’s 10-Year Agreement with PlayStation for Future Activision Games Only Covers Call of Duty

Microsoft’s 10-Year Agreement with PlayStation for Future Activision Games Only Covers Call of Duty

Other Activision franchises like Overwatch, Diablo, Crash Bandicoot, and more aren't guaranteed to release for PlayStation in the future.

Microsoft and Sony Sign “Binding” 10-Year Agreement to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation

Microsoft and Sony Sign “Binding” 10-Year Agreement to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation

"We look forward to a future where players globally have more choice to play their favorite games," says Xbox boss Phil Spencer.

Microsoft Says it’s Committed to Releasing Call of Duty on an “In-Development” Switch Successor

Microsoft Says it’s Committed to Releasing Call of Duty on an “In-Development” Switch Successor

Earlier this year, Microsoft signed a "binding" 10-year agreement with Nintendo to bring Call of Duty games to its platforms.

CMA Delays Final Decision on Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Until August 29

CMA Delays Final Decision on Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Until August 29

However, the CMA says it "aims to discharge its duty as soon as possible and in advance of this date."

Crash Team Rumble – New Limited Time Mode is Live, Mid-Season Patch and New Item Discussed

Crash Team Rumble – New Limited Time Mode is Live, Mid-Season Patch and New Item Discussed

The new Limited Time Mode is Zap Trap which sees nearby teammates arcing lightning that can knock out any enemies it passes through.

Activision Blizzard is Set to Leave Nasdaq Stock Exchange, Suggesting Microsoft Deal Could Close Soon

Activision Blizzard is Set to Leave Nasdaq Stock Exchange, Suggesting Microsoft Deal Could Close Soon

The FTC was recently denied an injunction against the proposed acquisition, while Microsoft has also begun negotiating with the CMA.

CMA Says Negotiations with Microsoft Are “at an Early Stage”

CMA Says Negotiations with Microsoft Are “at an Early Stage”

The CMA also states that if Microsoft chooses to suggest a restructured deal during negotiations, it could still "lead to a new merger investigation."

The FTC is Reportedly “Leaning Toward” Filing an Appeal Against Microsoft-Activision Court Ruling

The FTC is Reportedly “Leaning Toward” Filing an Appeal Against Microsoft-Activision Court Ruling

The FTC has until Friday to appeal against the recent ruling, which denied an injunction against Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

FTC Injunction Denied by Judge in Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

FTC Injunction Denied by Judge in Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard

Microsoft is now free to close the deal ahead of the July 18th deadline but must solve its issues with the CMA in the UK.