But while a concession has been made, Microsoft will now control games such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, and Candy Crush that will provide the firm with huge revenues. The CMA said the revised deal would "preserve competitive prices" in the gaming industry and provide more choice and better services.

It was developed by an EA studio, published by EA and maintained by EA. EA does not own Call of Duty. Activision owns Call of Duty.