Sony has suggested Microsoft could release buggy versions of Call of Duty games for PlayStation consoles should the Xbox maker acquire Activision Blizzard
It suggested the simplest way to ensure there isn’t a significant lessening of competition would be to block the deal entirely or implement a partial divestiture of Activision Blizzard that would see parts of the business like Call of Duty sold off and removed from the equation.offer to make Call of Duty available on other platforms
In its newly published response to these findings, Sony said Microsoft’s bid to acquire Activision should be blocked or subject to structural remedies if it’s to be approved. It argued: “If Microsoft failed to comply with its commitment, it would likely only risk paying a fine . But rivals’ access to Call of Duty would be immediately foreclosed, irreparably damaging their ability to compete and ultimately harming consumers.”
“Swiftly detecting any diversions from, and ensuring compliance with, a commitment as to technical or graphical quality would be challenging,” it said. “For example, Microsoft might release a PlayStation version of Call of Duty where bugs and errors emerge only on the game’s final level or after later updates.
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