Sony: "Giving Microsoft control of Activision games like Call of Duty" has "major negative implications" Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Sony: "Giving Microsoft control of Activision games like Call of Duty" has "major negative implications" UPDATE: Microsoft responds to Sony's comment. News by Ishraq Subhan Reporter Updated on 15 Sep 2022 290 comments UPDATE 5pm UK: In a statement to Eurogamer, a Microsoft spokesperson has addressed Sony's statement: "It makes zero business sense for Microsoft to remove Call of Duty from PlayStation given its market leading console position." ORIGINAL STORY 4.45pm UK: Sony says it "welcomes the announcement" by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority that it will further investigate Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. In a statement to GamesIndustry.Biz, the platform holder said that "by giving Microsoft control of Activision games like Call of Duty, this deal would have major negative implications for gamers and the future of the gaming industry". "We want to guarantee PlayStation gamers continue to have the highest quality gaming experience," Sony continued, "and we appreciate the CMA's focus on protecting gamers." Watch on YouTube Eurogamer Newscast: Ubisoft moves forwards, bets big on Assassin's Creed. At the beginning of the month, the CMA announced it would escalate Microsoft's proposed acquisistion of Activision Blizzard to "Phase 2," meaning the regulator will now conduct a more in-depth investigation on the market implications of the acquisition. The CMA listed several reasons for its decision, but chief among them was the value of the Call of Duty franchise in driving console sales. Its stated concern was that Microsoft could make Call of Duty into an Xbox-exclusive title in the future, and could then seriously harm future PlayStation sales. Microsoft has pledged to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation for "several more years," but PlayStation's Jim Ryan hitback saying it was "inadequate on many levels." Ultimately, only one side of this argument will come out happy, and we have some time yet before we find out which. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 7 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store