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Microsoft wins FTC case in battle to acquire Activision Blizzard

Microsoft has scored a major win in pursuit to acquire Activision Blizzard.

Diablo 4 Game Pass rumors squashed by Blizzard president

Mike Ybarra once again emphasized that there are no plans for Diablo 4 on Game Pass after a Brazilian game card seller suggested otherwise.

Microsoft reportedly faces EU antitrust probe after remedy discussions hit roadblock

A complaint by competing workspace chat app Slack put Microsoft in the European Union's regulatory crosshairs.

Xbox Game Studios Head Matt Booty said Microsoft could 'spend Sony out of business' in 2019 email

Matt Booty expressed fears of another competitor becoming the 'Disney of games.'

Watch the FTC vs. Microsoft/Activision Blizzard hearing livestream here

The FTC vs. Microsoft/Activision Blizzard hearing will be livestreamed via Zoom for those who wish to tune in.

Emails show Microsoft considered acquiring Bungie and SEGA

The latest news from the FTC v. Microsoft hearing is that the Xbox parent company considered acquiring Destiny 2 dev Bungie and SEGA to bolster Game Pass offerings.

PlayStation will not allow Activision to access console dev kits after Microsoft deal

PlayStation lead Jim Ryan recent said that if the Activision Blizzard/Microsoft deal goes through, Activision will not be allowed to access and aid in the PS6's development.

Xbox Game Pass price increase coming in July

The price hike for Xbox Game Pass will also accompany an increase in Xbox Series X prices overseas.

Shack Chat: What are you most excited about from the Starfield Direct?

With the Starfield Direct behind us, the Shacknews staff weighed in on what they're most excited for when Bethesda's upcoming RPG launches in September.

Microsoft claims Arkane Austin is not currently in danger of closing following Redfall

Xbox Game Studios boss Matt Booty said Microsoft still currently supports Arkane's efforts to fix and patch up Redfall following its disappointing launch.