Microsoft Acquires Activision Blizzard for $69 Billion

Upcoming Call of Duty titles include a 2025 sequel to Black Ops 2 and a 2026 game from Infinity Ward, which may struggle under the shadow of past failures like Call of Duty: Ghosts. The franchise has seen immense success, with the 2019 Modern Warfare reboot selling 41 million copies, outperforming entire video game franchises. Activision Blizzard, the parent company, faced significant scrutiny over workplace conditions and recently underwent a $69 billion acquisition by Microsoft, which boosted revenue by 61%. Current estimates suggest Xbox Series X|S sales are lagging behind previous generations, indicating potential challenges for the new console launch alongside the upcoming Call of Duty games. As the landscape of gaming evolves, Activision Blizzard continues to navigate both its legacy and future amidst these market shifts.