ACTIVISION BLIZZARD


Associated tags: Culture, Video game, Entertainment, Electronic Games, Software, Online, Activision Blizzard

Locations: NEW YORK, EUROPE, LONDON, CHINA, LICH, US, OREGON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, KENTUCKY, DIABLO, AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND, UNITED STATES, NORTH AMERICA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED KINGDOM

Microsoft Commences Private Exchange Offers and Activision Blizzard Commences Consent Solicitations

Retrieved on: 
Monday, October 16, 2023

Concurrently with the Exchange Offers being made by Microsoft, Activision Blizzard is, upon Microsoft's request, soliciting consents from Eligible Holders (each, a "Consent Solicitation" and, collectively, the "Consent Solicitations") to adopt certain proposed amendments to each of the corresponding indentures governing the Existing Activision Blizzard Notes to eliminate certain of the covenants, restrictive provisions and events of default from such indentures (with respect to the corresponding indenture for such Existing Activision Blizzard Notes, the "Proposed Amendments").

Key Points: 
  • Concurrently with the Exchange Offers being made by Microsoft, Activision Blizzard is, upon Microsoft's request, soliciting consents from Eligible Holders (each, a "Consent Solicitation" and, collectively, the "Consent Solicitations") to adopt certain proposed amendments to each of the corresponding indentures governing the Existing Activision Blizzard Notes to eliminate certain of the covenants, restrictive provisions and events of default from such indentures (with respect to the corresponding indenture for such Existing Activision Blizzard Notes, the "Proposed Amendments").
  • Eligible Holders may deliver their consent to the Proposed Amendments only by tendering Existing Activision Blizzard Notes of the applicable series in the Exchange Offers and Consent Solicitations.
  • Eligible Holders may not deliver a consent in a Consent Solicitation without tendering Existing Activision Blizzard Notes in the applicable Exchange Offer and Eligible Holders may not tender Existing Activision Blizzard Notes without also having been deemed to deliver a consent.
  • In addition, each Exchange Offer and Consent Solicitation is conditioned upon the completion of the other Exchange Offers and Consent Solicitations, although Microsoft may waive such condition at any time with respect to an Exchange Offer.

Lululemon Athletica & Hubbell Set to Join S&P 500; Others to Join S&P MidCap 400 and S&P SmallCap 600

Retrieved on: 
Friday, October 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the S&P 500, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P SmallCap 600 indices effective prior to the opening of trading on Wednesday, October 18:

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the S&P 500, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P SmallCap 600 indices effective prior to the opening of trading on Wednesday, October 18:
    Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASD:LULU) will replace Activision Blizzard Inc. (NASD:ATVI) in the S&P 500.
  • S&P 500 and S&P 100 constituent Microsoft Corp. (NASD: MSFT) acquired Activision Blizzard in a transaction completed today, October 13.
  • S&P MidCap 400 constituent Hubbell Inc. (NYSE:HUBB) will replace Organon & Co. (NYSE:OGN) in the S&P 500, S&P SmallCap 600 constituent Onto Innovation Inc. (NYSE:ONTO) will replace Hubbell in the S&P MidCap 400, and Organon & Co will replace Onto Innovation in the S&P SmallCap 600.
  • Hubbell is more representative of the large-cap market space, Onto Innovation is more representative of the mid-cap market space, and Organon & Co is more representative of the small-cap market space.

TCL Changes the Game as the Official TV and Sound Bar of Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® III

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, October 4, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL®, one of the world's best-selling and leading consumer electronics companies, returns as the Official TV of Call of Duty®, one of the best-selling video game franchises, and for the first time also becomes the Official Sound Bar of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare® III and Warzone 2. The growing partnership showcases how TCL offers the ultimate home theater solution for gamers, with new TVs and sound bars that elevate the big-screen TV gaming experience. While Call of Duty is launching a new title, its direct sequel with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III will be its first in back-to-back years. TCL will once again be an official partner of Call of Duty: Next, an event on October 5, 2023 that previews what's ahead for Call of Duty and gives fans a peek into Multiplayer, Zombies, Warzone, and more.

Key Points: 
  • The growing partnership showcases how TCL offers the ultimate home theater solution for gamers, with new TVs and sound bars that elevate the big-screen TV gaming experience.
  • While Call of Duty is launching a new title, its direct sequel with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III will be its first in back-to-back years.
  • The Game Accelerator feature added to 2023 TCL TVs unlocks the performance gamers demand, including AMD FreeSyncTM Premium Pro and up to 240 VRR.
  • Developers behind Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III set out to produce an immersive war game experience and TCL's Q Class TVs and sound bars bring that vision to life.

Joyful Chaos Wherever You Go! Warcraft Rumble™ Launches at BlizzCon on November 3

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 3, 2023

expression of the greatest hits of Azeroth, lovingly crafted by a team with deep roots in the Warcraft universe,” said Vik Saraf, executive producer of Warcraft Rumble.

Key Points: 
  • expression of the greatest hits of Azeroth, lovingly crafted by a team with deep roots in the Warcraft universe,” said Vik Saraf, executive producer of Warcraft Rumble.
  • In celebration of the upcoming launch of Warcraft Rumble, Blizzard Entertainment will be giving away 3D-printer blueprints for Warcraft Rumble Minis for free throughout the month of October on Mini Mondays !
  • Through gathering hidden Rumble Coins and Rumble Foils, World of Warcraft players can unlock and customize a total of seven collectible Minis from Warcraft Rumble!
  • For more information on Warcraft Rumble, Mini Mondays, the pre-registration rewards and the WoW® cross-promotion event, please visit the Warcraft Rumble website .

Call of Duty: NEXT Showcase Broadcast Event to Unveil Franchise Lineup

Retrieved on: 
Friday, September 29, 2023

The highly anticipated live broadcast event, bringing together top streamers and creators from around the world, will showcase Call of Duty: Modern Warfare® III Multiplayer, including the upcoming Modern Warfare III Multiplayer Beta, Modern Warfare Zombies, as well as Call of Duty®: Warzone™ and Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile.

Key Points: 
  • The highly anticipated live broadcast event, bringing together top streamers and creators from around the world, will showcase Call of Duty: Modern Warfare® III Multiplayer, including the upcoming Modern Warfare III Multiplayer Beta, Modern Warfare Zombies, as well as Call of Duty®: Warzone™ and Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile.
  • For the first time, the Call of Duty Endowment (C.O.D.E.)
  • The Call of Duty Endowment is one of the largest private funders of veteran employment and all proceeds from the C.O.D.E.
  • Fans can follow along with the live coverage, breaking news, and event highlights on @CallOfDuty channels, including X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, plus tune-in to the following channels for the live broadcast beginning at 9am PT.

Put a Pocket On It: Christian Cowan and Candy Crush Saga Enhance Silhouettes with Launch of Attachable Pockets to Solve Age-Old Fashion Dilemma

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, September 28, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Candy Crush Saga® announced its latest seriously sweet collaboration with iconic fashion designer, Christian Cowan, to unveil the accessory of the season: a line of attachable pockets which aim to solve the no pocket, fake pocket… or micro pocket conundrum.

Key Points: 
  • Candy Crush Saga has reunited with iconic fashion designer Christian Cowan to debut a line of stylish, oversized, attachable pockets at Paris Fashion Week
    NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Candy Crush Saga® announced its latest seriously sweet collaboration with iconic fashion designer, Christian Cowan, to unveil the accessory of the season: a line of attachable pockets which aim to solve the no pocket, fake pocket… or micro pocket conundrum.
  • Enhancing silhouettes with sweet fashion flare, the pockets make it easy to keep your phone close and easily accessible for on-the-go-crushin'.
  • "For decades, pockets have been notoriously ignored by designers and excluded from women's clothing, but fashion today begs for them," said Christian Cowan.
  • This renewed collaboration comes on the heels of the wearable Sweet Seat , Christian Cowan and Candy Crush Saga's first product which left fans craving more.

Celebrating 20 Years of Gaming Excellence: King's Milestone Journey

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 27, 2023

With more than 200 million monthly active players1 King's games resonate with players around the world.

Key Points: 
  • With more than 200 million monthly active players1 King's games resonate with players around the world.
  • Continued investments in major brand partnerships have enabled King and Candy Crush to stay at the heart of pop culture.
  • Designed to be played in short bursts, Candy Crush Saga players have collectively completed more than five trillion levels.
  • In the spirit of King culture and tradition the newest designers on the team get the honor of designing the milestone level.

Monster Energy Continues Commitment to Veterans through Partnership with the Call of Duty Endowment

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, September 26, 2023

CORONA, Calif., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Monster Energy, a leader in the energy beverage industry, is proud to announce its continued support for veterans through its sponsorship of the Call of Duty Endowment (C.O.D.E.) Bowl IV presented by USAA. Monster Energy has committed $500,000 to the Call of Duty Endowment, a charity dedicated to helping veterans secure high-quality employment after their service.

Key Points: 
  • Monster Energy has committed $500,000 to the Call of Duty Endowment, a charity dedicated to helping veterans secure high-quality employment after their service.
  • "We are honored to take our commitment to supporting veterans to the next level through our partnership with the Call of Duty Endowment," said Dan McHugh, CMO of Monster Energy.
  • Monster Energy's contribution will further empower the Call of Duty Endowment's mission and enhance the lives of thousands more veterans.
  • For more information about Monster Energy, visit www.monsterenergy.com and follow Monster Energy on Twitch, YouTube , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

CANDY CRUSH SODA SAGA® AND KYLE GORDON TEAM UP FOR A RIP CURL WSL FINALS TAKEOVER

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 6, 2023

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Candy Crush Soda Saga announced it'll bring the adrenaline of the World Surf League into the iconic match-3 mobile game with their new event, "Soda Surf Cup". And look out! Kyle Gordon, TikTok sensation behind the Eurodance hit "Planet of the Bass," will be popping up with his latest persona, wannabe surf legend Crush Sodason, and attempt to dominate the in-game tournament and catch some actual waves ahead of the Rip Curl WSL Finals in San Clemente, California.

Key Points: 
  • Fans can watch Crush's journey on Kyle Gordon's own TikTok and Instagram channels from September 11th, with additional exclusive content available on Candy Crush social media.
  • Candy Crush Soda Saga will feature surfboard candies, a diorama of fan-favorites Soda Gummy Bears & Yeti riding waves, and much more.
  • "I'd say the only people more up for a challenge than Candy Crush Soda Saga players are the pros competing at the World Surf League Finals," says Todd Green, General Manager, Candy Crush Franchise.
  • Partnering with Candy Crush Soda Saga to bring this epic WSL competition to life in-game has been an incredibly fun and collaborative process.

Sound the Alarm! The Invasion Has Begun in Blizzard Entertainment’s Overwatch® 2

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, August 10, 2023

There’s something for everyone in Overwatch 2: Invasion, the latest release for Blizzard Entertainment’s cross-platform, team-based action game.

Key Points: 
  • There’s something for everyone in Overwatch 2: Invasion, the latest release for Blizzard Entertainment’s cross-platform, team-based action game.
  • Featuring all-new cinematics and hundreds of new voice lines, players can explore the start of the Overwatch 2 storyline with friends.
  • New Support hero, Illari: The 38th hero to join the game’s roster, Illari is Overwatch’s first Peruvian hero.
  • Drawing her power from the sun, her medium- and long-range abilities allow her to both heal and harm as she sees fit.