Ubisoft's Role in Microsoft's Acquisition of Activision: A Turning Point?

In the most recent GI Microcast episode, Chris Dring and James Batchelor delve into the latest updates surrounding Microsoft's proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Following the CMA's decision to block the initial deal, a revised agreement is currently under phase one investigation, with a final decision expected by October 18. Notably, this revised deal excludes cloud gaming rights, which have been transferred to Ubisoft, the publisher of Assassin's Creed. The discussion centers around whether this significant modification adequately addresses the CMA's concerns regarding cloud gaming, if the deal's conclusion is now within sight, and the potential for future acquisitions in the current economic landscape. The episode can be accessed through the embedded player, downloaded directly, or subscribed to via various podcast platforms, including Spotify, iTunes, and Google Play, with music composed by Thomas Marchant.