Microsoft-Activision Blizzard merger nearly clear of obstacles - but future for gamers remains unclear

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The tension surrounding the deal boils down to whether a successful merger would give Microsoft too much power and end up limiting choice for gamers, writes Sky News's Arthi Nachiappan.

It would not be the first time the company's Xbox offering was bolstered by its acquisition of a game maker.

Among the lucrative games Microsoft would own are Call Of Duty, World Of Warcraft and Candy Crush. Modern Warfare II, which is the latest instalment in the Call Of Duty series, madeHowever, Microsoft insists that it doesn't want to limit choice and has signed agreements with Sony and Nintendo guaranteeing that Call Of Duty - Activision's most valuable asset - will be available on their consoles if the merger goes ahead.

 

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