Supreme Court denies gamers’ bid to block Microsoft Activision Blizzard deal.
Supreme Court denies gamers' bid to block Microsoft Activision Blizzard deal.
Supreme Court Denies Gamers’ Plea to Stop Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard Acquisition
Welcome to the latest chapter of the epic saga between a group of determined gamers and the gaming giant Microsoft! In case you missed it, ten brave gamers united to file a federal antitrust lawsuit against Microsoft, with the hope of putting a stop to their acquisition of Activision, the mastermind behind the beloved Call of Duty franchise. These gamers believed that the merger would lead to a world devoid of competition, reduced choices, higher prices, and ultimately ruin the gaming experience for all. Talk about protecting the sacred realm of gamers!
But alas, their initial lawsuit was mercilessly dismissed by a judge, who deemed their claims of potential anticompetitive effects as baseless. Undeterred, the gamers decided to appeal the decision, seeking to halt Microsoft’s impending deal to acquire Activision Blizzard. The Ninth Circuit of Appeals, however, showed no mercy and swiftly denied their plea for an injunction. With their hopes crumbling, the determined gamers made their last stand by turning to the Supreme Court for help.
Sadly, their desperate plea to the highest authority in the land has been answered with a resounding “no.” Supreme Court Justice Kagan, in her infinite wisdom and without explanation, denied the appeal, leaving the gamers defeated once again. One can only imagine their sorrow as they replay their favorite games, trying to take solace in their virtual victories.
The gamers argued that Microsoft’s acquisition would not only harm the competitive landscape but also deal a crushing blow to gamers worldwide. They believed that the merger would induce irreversible damage, plunging the gaming community into a dark abyss of unimaginative games and exorbitant prices. Oh, the despair!
Meanwhile, the saga between Microsoft and the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority continues. These two powerhouses have been granted an additional two months to hash out a new agreement over Activision Blizzard. It seems like the negotiations have hit a few bumps along the way, causing the original deadline to pass unnoticed. Microsoft has yet to make any official statements regarding this extension, leaving gamers on the edge of their virtual seats, eagerly awaiting the outcome.
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Stay tuned, fellow gamers, as this thrilling plotline evolves. Will Microsoft seize control of Activision Blizzard? Or will the brave gamers rise up once more to challenge this monumental acquisition? Only time will tell. Until then, keep your controllers charged, your headsets on, and prepare for the next level of gaming drama!
Eurogamer has requested a comment from Microsoft, but they’re probably too busy conquering virtual worlds to respond.
