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Activision shuts down 'dream' Modern Warfare 2 mod after over two years' work

SM2 has officially been abandoned

GamesRadar · May 18, 2023

Grand Theft Auto boss thinks the Xbox, Activision deal is 'good' for the industry

Take-Two boss and Grand Theft Auto owner Strauss Zelnick has long been supportive of the Xbox-ABK deal, reiterating earlier comments about the acquisition.

Windows Central · May 18, 2023

Overwatch 2 was a mistake

Overwatch 2 has scrapped the PvE campaign leaving fans frustrated and disappointed by the team's approach to the "sequel."

Windows Central · May 17, 2023

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Microsoft president clarifies EU cloud agreement, popular games will be 'automatically' licensed to competitors and 'this will apply globally'

This is what got the Activision Blizzard deal over the line with EU regulators.

PC Gamer · May 17, 2023

UK regulators should consider need for economic growth, warns Chancellor

It comes weeks after the UK competition watchdog halted the 68.7 billion dollar (£55 billion) deal by Microsoft to buy Activision Blizzard.

The Independent UK · May 17, 2023

The CMA's handling of the Xbox-ABK deal is creating a political headache for the UK government

The strange logic of the UK's regulatory body known as the CMA is creating a political headache for the UK government, whose pledges on deregulation now look comical.

Windows Central · May 16, 2023

Satya Nadella: 'Wait for it all to play out' when asked about pulling out of the UK over Xbox-ABK deal

As the storied effort of Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard continues and theories fly left and right, we've got some additional commentary from Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella regarding the situation.

Windows Central · May 16, 2023

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EU commission approves Microsoft’s Activision-Blizzard acquisition

The EU anti-competition commission has approved Microsoft’s purchase of Activision-Blizzard and believes it will boost the cloud sector

USA Today Sports Media Group · May 15, 2023

The EU will require Microsoft to bring Activision games to its cloud competitors if the buyout is successful

The European Commission has approved Microsoft's Activision deal, but there are conditions

GamesRadar · May 15, 2023

EU approves Microsoft’s Activision takeover in break with UK competition watchdog

The CMA blocked the deal last month

Evening Standard · May 15, 2023

EU approves Microsoft's $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard

The deal still faces hurdles in the UK and US, but this is a big boost for Microsoft.

PC Gamer · May 15, 2023

Microsoft Activision Blizzard deal approved by EU regulators as CMA issue response

The EU regulators have approved the Microsoft Activision deal despite agreeing with the CMA's concerns around cloud gaming

Daily Mirror · May 15, 2023

EU approves Microsoft’s takeover of Activision Blizzard

But UK regulator the CMA, which blocked the deal, hits back over European decision on acquisition of Call of Duty maker

The Guardian - UK · May 15, 2023

Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal approved by European Union

The deal is approved after the European Commission's investigation

GamesRadar · May 15, 2023

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Windows Central · May 15, 2023

European Commission approves Microsoft's Activision Blizzard purchase for Xbox

The European Commission has chosen whether or not to allow Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard.

The Independent UK · May 15, 2023

EU backs Microsoft buying Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard. But the $69B deal is still at risk

The European Union has approved Microsoft’s $69 billion purchase of video game maker Activision Blizzard

PC Gamer · May 14, 2023

Tim Cain reveals proposed sequels to Vampire – Bloodlines: 'We were planning a trilogy, which I forgot'

Bloodlines' original developers had plans to continue its story.

StockNews.com · May 12, 2023

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The video gaming industry is well-positioned to see considerable long-term growth, driven by the increasing popularity of online gaming, the rise of esports, technological proliferation in software and hardware, and the growing internet accessibility. Given industry tailwinds, quality video gaming stocks Activision (ATVI), Electronic Arts (EA), and Nexters (GDEV) could…

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PC Gamer · May 12, 2023

Bobby Kotick's AI comments perfectly sum up the thoughtlessness behind the large-language model gold rush

One of the big problems with the tech industry's current obsession over large language models (commonly referred to under the umbrella term "AI"), is separating out the genuine potential applications and implications of this technology, from the marketing hype, misunderstanding, and outright lies proffered by industry leaders and blue-tick grifters…

Daily Mirror · May 11, 2023

Warzone 2 Plunder removed – here's when the popular Call of Duty mode is coming back

Here's what you need to know about Plunders removal and eventual return in Warzone 2

PC Gamer · May 10, 2023

The same group of UK regulators that blocked the Microsoft Activision acquisition is now looking into AI

The CMA is reviewing artificial intelligence models for "competition and consumer protection considerations."

Daily Mirror · May 10, 2023

Warzone Mobile release date delay explained - it doesn't mean what you think it means

No, Warzone Mobile hasn't been delayed, it was just never coming out in May in the first place

Windows Central · May 10, 2023

This report says the EU will approve Microsoft's Activision deal for Xbox, but will it?

Microsoft's huge Activision-Blizzard deal suffered a major setback in the UK, but if these reports are true, the European Union could be gearing up to offer a lifeline.

GamesRadar · May 10, 2023

EU regulators reportedly expected to approve Microsoft Activision deal next week

This would be a big win for Microsoft after several setbacks

iMore · May 10, 2023

The Call of Duty Warzone Mobile release date just changed (and it's bad news)

Looking forward to playing Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile? You're going to have to wait until November 2023 at least.

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