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Did Xbox Overpay for Activision? Kotick’s Own Words Raise Questions

[HPP] Bobby KotickJanuary 19, 202614 min
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Kotick's Perspective on the Gaming Industry

  • 💡 Bobby Kotick's legal filings from the AP7 lawsuit reveal his perspective on the Activision sale to Microsoft.
  • 📉 Kotick believed the video game industry was collapsing, citing data and long-term consequences for the sector.
  • ⚠️ Activision faced franchise fatigue with Call of Duty and delayed major titles like Overwatch and Diablo IV, significantly impacting its stock price.

The Microsoft Acquisition Details

  • 💰 Microsoft's initial offers were repeatedly denied by Activision, eventually settling at $95 per share after a
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