FTC has dropped its case against Microsoft's acquisition on May 22, 2025. In a decisive move, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission officially withdrew its two-year-old challenge to Microsoft's \$69 billion takeover of Activision Blizzard, concluding that continuing the legal fight was not in the public interest. After an earlier appeal seeking to block the deal was denied in early May, FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson redirected the agency's resources toward other priorities, marking the end of this high-profile antitrust battle.
Activision Blizzard titles could arrive on more platforms. With regulatory objections behind them, Microsoft and Activision Blizzard are now free to expand their gaming catalog across consoles and PC. This development opens the door for major franchises—ranging from World of Warcraft to Diablo—to potentially launch on PlayStation hardware in coming months, breaking down exclusive-platform barriers that have defined the console wars. Gamers can look forward to a more unified ecosystem, where subscription services like Xbox Game Pass may integrate Activision Blizzard hits across multiple devices.
Call of Duty Mobile will feature Nier Automata collaboration on May 28, 2025. Season 5 of Call of Duty®: Mobile brings a groundbreaking crossover with platinum-selling action RPG Nier Automata. Players will dive into 2B-themed operator skins, themed battle maps inspired by the post-apocalyptic world of YoRHa, and a suite of immersive weapons. To get a first look at the collaboration, check out the Operator Teaser video released by Call of Duty: Mobile, and see the official announcement on X via PlayCODMobile.
How to experience Nier Automata content in Call of Duty Mobile. To unlock the Nier Automata event, ensure your game is updated to Season 5 when it goes live on May 28, 2025. Navigate to the in-game store to purchase collaboration bundles or complete themed seasonal missions to earn 2B and 9S operator skins for free. The crossover features limited-time challenges and exclusive rewards, so mark your calendars and prepare your loadout to dominate both PvP matches and special event playlists.
Metal Gear Solid Delta will launch on August 28, 2025. Fans of the stealth-action classic can rejoice: Konami confirmed during the Legacy Series Part 4 video that Metal Gear Solid Delta is set to arrive on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The original cast of Metal Gear Solid 3 reunited on-screen—tasting exotic foods and sharing anecdotes—as they revealed the long-awaited reimagining of Snake's jungle infiltration, complete with modernized graphics and refined gameplay mechanics.
Where to pre-order Metal Gear Solid Delta. Pre-orders are now open across all major digital storefronts. On PlayStation Store, Xbox Marketplace, and Steam you can choose between the Standard Edition and the Deluxe Edition (which includes the Season Pass and exclusive cosmetics). Early adopters will receive bonus Digital Artbooks and an in-game Metal Gear Solid 3 classic music package—featuring the new Snake Eater theme debuted in the VGC report. Secure your copy now to ensure access on launch day.
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