Deal Closed | Lawyer Answers Your Questions On Xbox x Activision | (VL766 - LIVE)

Virtual Legality

In this episode, Richard Hoeg examines Microsoft's acquisition of Activision, discussing its impact on cloud gaming and the gaming industry. He explores a hypothetical scenario concerning FTC and US Congress legislation, the possible exclusion of Xbox games from streaming services, and the future of Bobby Kotick. Further, he looks at Microsoft's interest in mobile gaming, the role of King, and their strategy amidst the FTC case. He also touches on Ubisoft's potential use of Linux, concluding with audience appreciation and a disclaimer about the podcast's nature. (0:00) Introduction and recap of Microsoft's acquisition of Activision (5:05) Discussion on cloud gaming and market definition (14:21) Hypothetical on FTC and US Congress passing a law affecting Microsoft and Activision (27:56) Possibility of Xbox being excluded from offering its games on streaming services (39:11) The closing of Microsoft's acquisition of Activision and its impact on the gaming industry (44:05) The future of Bobby Kotick, CEO of Activision, post-acquisition (1:04:39) Microsoft's interest in mobile gaming and the role of King (1:13:16) Microsoft's strategy in handling integration amidst the pending FTC case (1:26:46) The potential use of Linux by Ubisoft (1:32:10) Gratitude for the audience's participation and interest in the Microsoft Times Activision topic (1:32:52) Closing remarks and disclaimer on the nature of the Virtual Legality podcast