According to Lina Khan, the former head of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, the deal between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard harms the entire gaming industry.
Following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision, there have been significant price increases and mass layoffs, which have harmed both gamers and developers. As we have seen in various sectors, increased market consolidation and rising prices often go hand in hand. When dominant firms become too large, they stop caring about their customers, without worrying about the consequences.
Previously, Microsoft updated the Xbox Game Pass subscription plans, increasing the cost of Ultimate by 50% — to $360 per year.