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News

Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard could harm gamers, says UK regulator

The CMA warns that the deal could result in higher prices, reduced range, lower quality, worst service for console and cloud gaming services

Feb. 8, 2023 Christopher Dring

News

Microsoft reportedly expecting CMA to oppose ABK acquisition

UPDATE: Xbox firm says it has "not predetermined, nor been advised by its lawyers, that the merger will be blocked"

Feb. 7, 2023 James Batchelor

News

EU issues Microsoft with antitrust warning over Activision Blizzard acquisition

Xbox firm says it is "listening carefully" to Commission's concerns and "confident" it can address them

Feb. 3, 2023 James Batchelor

News

343 layoffs affected 95, including top directors

Halo studio switched from Slipspace to Unreal Engine late last year, report says

Feb. 1, 2023 Marie Dealessandri

News

Microsoft to increase Xbox Series S|X console prices in Japan

The Series S gets a new price tag of $292, and the Series X will cost consumers $462, effective on February 17

Jan. 31, 2023 Jeffrey Rousseau

News

Nintendo, Sony and Xbox reportedly skipping E3 2023

But Microsoft will time its Los Angeles showcase to coincide with annual trade show

Jan. 31, 2023 James Batchelor

Opinion

How long can Microsoft float on goodwill? | Opinion

As a pandemic-distorted market starts to return to normality, the need for Xbox to impress with game exclusives has become urgent

Jan. 27, 2023 Rob Fahey

News

Xbox to host summer showcase in Los Angeles later this year

But it's not yet clear whether this will be part of E3, Summer Games Fest or separate

Jan. 26, 2023 James Batchelor

News

Xbox and Bethesda Developer Direct Showcase reveals Tango Gameworks' Hi-Fi Rush

The presentation unveiled launch dates for Redfall, Minecraft Legends, and The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom

Jan. 25, 2023 Jeffrey Rousseau

News

Xbox Q2 revenues down 13%, but declines offset by Game Pass growth

Microsoft reports a record 120 million monthly active users across its gaming ecosystem

Jan. 25, 2023 James Batchelor

News

Judge blocks Microsoft's request to pause gamer lawsuit

The preliminary hearing for the case that opposes the acquisition of Activision Blizzard is set for March 23

Jan. 24, 2023 Jeffrey Rousseau

News

Microsoft subpoenas Sony to prepare for FTC trial

PlayStation firm has requested a week's extension for response as the two platform holders continue to negotiate

Jan. 24, 2023 James Batchelor

News

Microsoft laying off 10,000

UPDATE: Bethesda Game Studios and 343 Industries among the studios impacted

Jan. 19, 2023 Brendan Sinclair

News

Microsoft plans to add AI capabilities into every product

CEO of Xbox maker Satya Nadella believes AI products are needed to boost human productivity, drive economic growth

Jan. 17, 2023 Brendan Sinclair

News

EU will reportedly object to Microsoft-Activision Blizzard deal

Reuters sources say European Commission will send Xbox parent a statement of objection in the coming weeks

Jan. 16, 2023 Brendan Sinclair

News

Google and Nvidia reportedly share concerns over Microsoft/ABK with FTC

Companies provided information around regulator's worry that Microsoft could dominate cloud and subscriptions

Jan. 13, 2023 James Batchelor

News

Xbox and Bethesda developer direct set for January 25 | News-in-brief

Mojang Studios, ZeniMax Online Studios, and Arkane Austin among the game developers to appear during the show

Jan. 11, 2023 Jeffrey Rousseau

News

Microsoft pro-union ad seems to seek goodwill for Activision Blizzard acquisition

Tech firm says it "isn't asking FTC to ignore competition concerns" as it partners with CWA for New Year message

Jan. 9, 2023 James Batchelor

News

Microsoft calls FTC unconstitutional

Update: Xbox maker retracts allegations that the Commission is violating its Fifth Amendment rights

Jan. 6, 2023 Brendan Sinclair

News

CMA extends deadline for Microsoft/Activision Blizzard investigation

Inquiry group now has until April 26, 2023 to complete report, but is aiming to do so ahead of this date

Jan. 5, 2023 James Batchelor

News

FTC: No "substantive" settlement talks under way with Microsoft

US regulator's attempt to block $69 billion Activision Blizzard acquisition centres around August trial

Jan. 4, 2023 James Batchelor

News

Zenimax QA workers form union

Microsoft has formally recognized the union in accordance with labor neutrality agreement

Jan. 3, 2023 Brendan Sinclair

News

Chile approves Microsoft Activision Blizzard merger

Meanwhile, FTC pre-trial hearing will begin later today

Jan. 3, 2023 James Batchelor

News

75% of public comments on Microsoft-Activision were in favor of deal, says UK CMA

Regulator received roughly 2,600 emails during open comment period, but 500 were excluded for abusive content, other reasons

Dec. 21, 2022 Brendan Sinclair

News

EU regulators send inquiry to assess concerns over the Microsoft and Activision Blizzard deal

The questionnaire asked about content exclusivity and if games would be more optimal on Xbox

Dec. 21, 2022 Jeffrey Rousseau