https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/feb/08/microsoft-activision-blizzard-acquisition-uk-gamers-cma

CMA says Xbox maker’s takeover of Call of Duty and World of Warcraft owner could lead to higher prices

The UK’s competition regulator has ruled that Microsoft’s $68.7bn (£59.6bn) deal to buy Activision Blizzard, the video game publisher behind hits including Call of Duty, will result in higher prices and less competition for UK gamers.