The deal is said to be worth $10.4 billion ($US7.5 billion).
Microsoft has announced overnight that they have entered into an agreement to acquire ZeniMax Media – the parent company of Bethesda Softworks.
One of the world’s largest privately owned publishers, Zenimax Media boasts 2,300 staff world wide across territory publishing offices and studios like; Bethesda Softworks, Bethesda Game Studios, id Software, ZeniMax Online Studios, Arkane, MachineGames, Tango Gameworks, Alpha Dog, and Roundhouse Studios.
The deal will see some of the world’s biggest franchises, he Elder Scrolls, Fallout, Wolfenstein, DOOM, Dishonored, Prey, Quake, Starfield and more, owned by Microsoft.
In a statement, Xbox Boss, Phil Spencer highlighted that the deal will boost the resources of those studios, Spencer said, “Like us, Bethesda are passionate believers in building a diverse array of creative experiences, in exploring new game franchises, and in telling stories in bold ways. All of their great work will of course continue and grow and we look forward to empowering them with the resources and support of Microsoft to scale their creative visions to more players in new ways for you. “
As to be expected, Bethesda’s iconic franchises will be added to Xbox Game Pass for console and PC, including the upcoming space epic, Starfield.
