Microsoft is preparing for a legal battle with the US Federal Trade Commissionwhich sued the company over the acquisition Activision Blizzard. But, as we’re about to learn, this won’t be the only test the Redmond giant will face.
The deal is almost $69 billion wants to block not only the FTC, but group of players who she handed federal antitrust lawsuit. The plaintiffs say the acquisition will give Xbox an unrivaled position in the gaming industry.
According to players, Microsoft will buy the creators of Call of Duty, Diablo, World of Warcraft, Candy Crush or Overwatch. received a significant advantage in AAA games, subscription and consoles. This would ostensibly allow the company to eliminate competition, restrict production, limit consumer choice, raise prices, and further suppress competition.
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“Microsoft already controls one of the most popular and expansive gaming ecosystems. The proposed acquisition will give Microsoft an unrivaled position in the gaming industry and the largest number of key games and iconic brands.” it’s in the document. It lists all of Microsoft’s acquisitions and mergers from 2014 to its acquisition of Zenimax Media (Bethesda) in 2020.
Gamers are also worried about the market impact of employees who will have fewer options after the merger, citing lawsuits from employees and the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing that Activision Blizzard is facing due to widespread gender discrimination and sexual harassment.
Microsoft responded to the lawsuit of a group of players, saying that The acquisition will benefit competition and create more opportunities for players and game developersas the company strives to bring more games to more people.
Source :Indian TV
