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Further Statements from NetEase – Dragonflight Will Launch on Schedule
Following Activision Blizzard’s announcement that services in China would be shut down, further statements from NetEase clarify that Dragonflight will still launch on schedule and be available for play until the licensing agreement expires on January 2…
NetEase Response and Impact of Blizzard Shutdown in China
Local publishing partner NetEase has issued a response following Activision Blizzard’s announcement that game services in China would be shutdown this coming January, and we’re examining the leadup and impact of the tumultuous decision which will impac…
Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase Suspending Services in China on January 23, 2023
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that it will be suspending services in China on January 23, 2023, due to their current licensing agreement expiring with NetEase.World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, Hearthstone: March of the Lich King, and season 2 of …
Blizzard GearFest Week 3 — Alexstrasza Statue, WotLK Blanket, Diablo Tarot Deck & Koozies
In our continuing coverage of Blizzard Gear Store’s GearFest we have Week 3’s drops containing a 20" Alexstrasza Statue, WotLK Map Blanket, Diablo Tarot Deck & Guide, Exploring Azeroth: Northrend Book, and just over a dozen can coolers (or koo…
Blizzard GearFest Week 2 — Winter Apparel: Beanies, Hoodies, Jackets & Long-Sleeve T’s
In our continuing coverage of Blizzard Gear Store’s GearFest we have Week 2’s drops containing primarily winter apparel. It’s definitely getting colder outside and if you’re looking for something to keep you warm and convey your admiration for a Blizza…
EU Commission Launches New Probe into Microsoft Merger with Activision Blizzard
The European Commission has begun a new phase in their review of the proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft, opening an in-depth investigation to assess whether the merger may reduce market competition or foreclose access to high prof…
Activision Blizzard Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results – Microsoft Merger Expected Mid-2023
Activision Blizzard has released its third quarter financial results for the year of 2022, announcing stronger-than-expected earnings and reaffirming that the Microsoft merger is expected to complete by the middle of next year, though an interesting fo…