PlayStation and Microsoft Strike Agreement to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation Consoles
PlayStation and Microsoft have officially reached an agreement to ensure that Call of Duty remains available on PlayStation consoles. The announcement was made by Phil Spencer, head of Xbox, on his personal Twitter account. Spencer expressed excitement for a future where players worldwide will have more opportunities to enjoy their favorite games.
We are pleased to announce that Microsoft and @PlayStation have signed a binding agreement to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation following the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. We look forward to a future where players globally have more choice to play their favorite games.
— Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) July 16, 2023
While specific details have not been disclosed, this agreement carries significant importance, particularly considering Sony's past criticisms and complaints regarding Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. It is highly probable that a comparable arrangement to the 10-year deal with Nintendo has been reached, as Microsoft previously extended a similar offer to PlayStation. This latest development strengthens Microsoft's position and further solidifies the likelihood of the deal being successfully concluded.
