Microsoft and Sony React to UK’s In-Depth Investigation of Activision Blizzard Deal
Posted: Sat Sep 17, 2022 5:30 am
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After the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced an in-depth investigation of Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, both Sony and Microsoft have publicly commented on the deal that could really change the competition between Xbox and PlayStation. Sony was first to comment on the CMA’s decision to say that it “welcomes the announcement.”
In a statement shared with Gameindustry.biz, Sony reiterated its concerns about PlayStation gamers possibly losing access to Call of Duty once Microsoft takes over Activision Blizzard. “By giving Microsoft control of Activision games like Call of Duty, this deal would have major negative implications for gamers and the future of the gaming industry. We want to guarantee PlayStation gamers continue to have the highest quality gaming experience, and we appreciate the CMA’s focus on protecting gamers,” Sony said in the statement.
After the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced an in-depth investigation of Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, both Sony and Microsoft have publicly commented on the deal that could really change the competition between Xbox and PlayStation. Sony was first to comment on the CMA’s decision to say that it “welcomes the announcement.”
In a statement shared with Gameindustry.biz, Sony reiterated its concerns about PlayStation gamers possibly losing access to Call of Duty once Microsoft takes over Activision Blizzard. “By giving Microsoft control of Activision games like Call of Duty, this deal would have major negative implications for gamers and the future of the gaming industry. We want to guarantee PlayStation gamers continue to have the highest quality gaming experience, and we appreciate the CMA’s focus on protecting gamers,” Sony said in the statement.