The Big Stories You May Have Missed Last Week
Each week there are a lot of news stories that come through, some are massive enough that they generate conversation, then there are those that can just slide on by.
There is no denying that last week saw perhaps the biggest piece of news ever in the gaming space, larger than any console announcement, or merger of two existing companies into one entity. But there was more than just Microsoft breaking open their cheque book, so lets take a look and see what the other big stories were.
Xbox Is Buying Activision-Blizzard, In A Deal Worth $70 Billion USD
There is a lot that we could say about this deal here, but when you consider that Microsoft has spent billions on studios and publishers already, see Playground Games, Obsidian Entertainment, Ninja Theory and then of course Zenimax Media and its stable of developers, Bethesda Game Studios, id Software, Tango Gameworks and beyond.
The deal for Activision-Blizzard is not complete yet, it will take 12 months to clear, but if it does, not only will it increase the number of studios that Microsoft have making games, it will give the folks at Activision’s many studios, a chance to get some proper management, one that cares for its people.
WWE 2K22 Is Set To Hit Different This March, As We Have The First Details And Trailer
We knew it was coming, we knew when it was coming and we knew that we were going to get details this month and last week 2K finally gave us the details. From the inclusion of MyGM and MyFaction, to enhanced career options, plus all new controls, animations and a new game engine powering it, WWE 2K22 should hit different.
GRID Legends Details Its New Story Mode, With A 40 Minute Showcase
GRID Legends was revealed back at EA Play Live 2021 and since then, we have gotten one look at it back in December. Rather than just coast on that until the games release late next month, Codemasters dropped an impressive 40 minute video, showcasing the games career mode, it is worth watching.
Moon Knight Gets Its First Trailer And Release Date
The first show from the second round of Marvel TV series, Moon Knight will introduce folks to an all new character for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. No longer is it going to be an exploratory series for a character we know, but instead we will get to learn who Marc Spector is, or Steven Grant depending on the personality in charge.
Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga Is Embracing The Force This April
Revealed back in 2019, the game first had a late 2020 release, was pushed back to early 2021, then late 2021 and then finally Autumn 2022, now we have a confirmed date. From a new engine, new viewpoint and new way of progressing through the story, this could be the ultimate Lego Star Wars, nay Lego game ever created.
So there you go, the five biggest stories that took place in the week that was. What news excited you the most, or let you down the most? Be sure to sound out in the comments about what you think of all of the news.