Activision Blizzard to bolster 'Call of Duty' line-up

Activision says it will roll out more of its "Call of Duty" games, leveraging new owner Microsoft's resources to freshen up the sagging franchise. — Bloomberg

Activision Blizzard on Thursday said it will beef-up its "Call of Duty" video game franchise after sagging interest by players led to a sales decline in the recently ended quarter.

The promise of a new installment to the beloved "Call of Duty" line-up comes as Microsoft awaits regulatory approval of a deal to buy scandal-hit Activision for US$69bil (RM288.28bil).