Microsoft and Activision have agreed to extend their merger
as Microsoft attempts to win over UK regulators.
Both companies now have until October 18th to finalize the transaction.
Yesterday was the original deadline Microsoft recently won over
the US now has to win over the UK
competition and Markets Authority which said it will not budge on
its block but is willing to reconsider a new deal.
In a statement on Twitter Xbox head, Phil Spencer says this quote,
we're optimistic about getting this done and excited
about bringing more games to more players everywhere.