At Microsoft’s recent Annual Shareholders Meeting, CEO Satya Nadella provided an update on the company’s gaming strategy, focusing on its $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard and broader gaming initiatives.
Nadella expressed strong optimism about the company’s gaming progress, citing the excitement around recent launches like Call of Duty. “I’m feeling very, very good about where we are in gaming,” he said, emphasizing gaming as a key growth area for Microsoft.
He also discussed the company’s shift in strategy, noting that Xbox fans are no longer limited to consoles but can enjoy games across all devices. “We’re redefining what it means to be an Xbox fan,” Nadella stated, highlighting the integration of AI, cloud, and console innovations.
Regarding the Activision deal, Nadella confirmed that the strategy is progressing well. He also pointed to Microsoft’s move away from exclusives, citing The Outer Worlds 2, which will now launch on PlayStation 5 in addition to Xbox and PC. While this decision may upset some fans, it reflects a broader, financially-driven strategy for Microsoft in the gaming market.
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