Microsoft has issued its response to the Federal Trade Commission's lawsuit against its planned acquisition of Activisi…
suggests Microsoft is driving home the point that this buyout primarily concerns Candy Crush maker King and the mobile games market, not Call of Duty.
Crucially, Microsoft's strategic approach remains"sweet," stopping short of being extremely combative with the US government., Microsoft president Brad Smith said:"Even with confidence in our case, we remain committed to creative solutions with regulators that will protect competition, consumers, and workers in the tech sector. As we've learned from our lawsuits in the past, the door never closes on the opportunity to find an agreement that can benefit everyone.
Microsoft reiterated that it intends to release Activision Blizzard games day and date on Xbox Game Pass, something it is currently unwilling to negotiate with the FTC. Unless both parties thrash out a deal, the lawsuit will go to court, where a judge will set a date for proceedings to begin, or dismiss the case altogether.Get your first month for £1 when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair!
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