Microsoft also forms a partnership with the Chinese firm
Blizzard Entertainment has renewed its publishing agreement with NetEase, which is set to begin this summer.
Microsoft has also entered an agreement with the games firm to bring NetEase titles to Xbox consoles and other platforms.
Blizzard and NetEase had previously been in a partnership for 14 years, which came to an end in 2022 as both companies failed to negotiate renewal of their agreement.
During that time, NetEase handled the publishing rights of Blizzard titles such as World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and Starcraft.
“We are thrilled to reestablish our partnership with NetEase and to work together, with deep appreciation for the collaboration between our teams, to deliver legendary gaming experiences to players in China,” said president of Blizzard Entertainment Johanna Faries.
“We are immensely grateful for the passion the Chinese community has shown for Blizzard games throughout the years, and we are focused on bringing our universes back to players with excellence and dedication.”
Xbox CEO Phil Spencer added: “B
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