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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.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is Being Shown off to NBA Players

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is Being Shown off to NBA Players

An official reveal for this year's Call of Duty announcement could be around the corner, with a demo of the shooter being shown off to NBA stars behind-closed-doors.

Crash Team Rumble Guide – How To Farm 1200 And More Wumpa In A Match

Crash Team Rumble Guide – How To Farm 1200 And More Wumpa In A Match

Here is how you can farm Wumpa in Crash Team Rumble.

Switch Successor Will be Roughly as Powerful as PS4 and Xbox One, According to Activision CEO

Switch Successor Will be Roughly as Powerful as PS4 and Xbox One, According to Activision CEO

Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick believes Nintendo's next console will have comparable hardware to Sony and Microsoft's eighth-gen consoles.

Not Supporting the Switch Was “a Bad Decision on My Part” – Activision CEO

Not Supporting the Switch Was “a Bad Decision on My Part” – Activision CEO

"It’s probably the second most successful video game system of all time, so it was a bad decision on my part," says Bobby Kotick.

Crash Team Rumble Review – A Multiplayer Bash with Promise

Crash Team Rumble Review – A Multiplayer Bash with Promise

Like a tornadic bandicoot, Crash Team Rumble comes rip-roaring onto consoles with a fresh multiplayer take on the franchise.

Activision Demanded Higher Revenue Share from Microsoft to Keep Releasing Call of Duty on Xbox

Activision Demanded Higher Revenue Share from Microsoft to Keep Releasing Call of Duty on Xbox

Activision only agreed to bring Call of Duty games to Xbox Series X/S after Microsoft agreed to an 80/20 revenue split.

Sony is Confident Call of Duty Will Remain on PlayStation Even if Microsoft Acquires Activision, According to Internal Email

Sony is Confident Call of Duty Will Remain on PlayStation Even if Microsoft Acquires Activision, According to Internal Email

PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan wrote in an internal email in January 2022 that he believes Microsoft's bid to acquire Activision is "not an Xbox exclusivity play at all."