Microsoft and competitor sign important agreement.
Microsoft Signs Critical Agreement with Competitor
Exciting news for gamers! Microsoft has just announced a groundbreaking agreement with Sony to keep the beloved Call of Duty video game series on the PlayStation console. This comes as Microsoft prepares to acquire video game maker Activision Blizzard, and it’s a move that will surely delight fans worldwide.
The announcement was made by Phil Spencer, the head of Microsoft’s Xbox division, in a tweet on Sunday. “We look forward to a future where players globally have more choice to play their favorite games,” Spencer said, hinting at the exciting possibilities this partnership will bring.
Call of Duty has been at the center of a fierce battle between Microsoft’s Xbox and Sony’s PlayStation over Microsoft’s planned $69 billion purchase of Activision Blizzard. As Microsoft sought regulatory approval for the deal, it struck deals with Nintendo and various cloud gaming providers to license Activision titles for 10 years. Sony, however, had not yet signed on. But now, with the acquisition nearing completion, Sony has joined forces with Microsoft.
Just last Friday, a U.S. appeals court rejected federal regulators’ attempt to block Microsoft’s acquisition, clearing the way for the deal to proceed. This move by Microsoft to acquire Activision in January 2022 is part of its strategy to expand its video game imprint beyond Xbox and compete with industry leader Sony and its PlayStation device.
During the legal dispute over the acquisition, Sony executive Jim Ryan expressed concerns about Microsoft leveraging Call of Duty’s popularity to disadvantage PlayStation players. However, Microsoft President Brad Smith reassured everyone that their focus is on ensuring Call of Duty remains available on more platforms and for more consumers than ever before.
This agreement between Microsoft and Sony will run for 10 years, providing gamers with continued access to the iconic Call of Duty series. It’s a win-win for both companies and for gamers around the world.
As the tech giant races to close the acquisition by Tuesday, they must avoid a potential $3 billion termination fee. The future of gaming is looking brighter than ever, and we can’t wait to see what Microsoft and Sony have in store for us.
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