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Adam Hales

Blizzard describes a "highly empowered" partnership with Xbox following its acquisition by Microsoft — supportive collaboration exists on both sides

Pictures taken around Blizzard campus of logo and artwork.

Xbox has had a tough time lately, just as Microsoft has broadly struggled with public perception, facing criticism over its heavy AI push and what many see as half-baked updates to Windows.

Since acquiring Activision Blizzard and King in 2023, many have wondered how that shift has affected studios like Blizzard. Now, thanks to an exclusive interview by our own Jennifer Young with Blizzard president Johanna Faries, we have a clearer picture of how things are working behind the scenes.

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