EP 3: Will the Microsoft and Activision Buyout Go Through?
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-- IN THIS EPISODE –
Cam and Eric discuss everything that is going on with the Microsoft and Activision Blizzard buyout. This enormous news could be the start of a major game changer within the industry. Will the deal go through? How will Sony respond? Will Microsoft be able to contain the harassment cases that have come to light within Activision Blizzard? Is Phil Spencer the answer? All of this and more will be answered in today’s episode!
-- TIMESTAMPS –
00:00 Introduction to the episode
01:38 It’s raining billions
02:20 Is the deal finalized?
03:12 Cam sips coffee through a straw
03:30 What issues could Microsoft face with this deal?
05:00 Who has the final say in this deal?
05:20 Will this impact the Metaverse?
07:14 Does Sony have an answer?
08:40 Will this deal help or harm player experience?
11:35 How this may impact indie developers
14:00 Is the pandemic to blame for this merger?
16:00 Will these two opposites attract?
26:30 Will Phil the thrill turn Activision Blizzard around?
31:00 Closing remarks
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