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Microsoft pitches $300 million Xbox franchise package to Hollywood
Microsoft is reportedly pitching a $300 million package to Hollywood studios and streaming services to secure film and television adaptation rights for more than a dozen of its major gaming franchises.
The proposed bundle includes some of the most recognizable intellectual properties in gaming, such as ‘Halo’, ‘Diablo’, ‘Warcraft’, and ‘Starcraft’. Reports indicate that major players including Netflix, Paramount, and Universal are currently analyzing the proposal, though none have officially confirmed interest or commented on the deal.
This strategic move follows Microsoft’s expansion of its entertainment portfolio through the integration of Xbox Game Studios, Bethesda, and Activision Blizzard. By offering these rights in a package, Microsoft aims to strengthen its presence in the audiovisual sector beyond consoles and PC gaming.
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Microsoft · Netflix · Paramount · Universal Pictures · Xbox
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The package could include film or television rights for more than a dozen gaming franchises. thegeek.games · www.ithome.com · kulturegeek.fr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Netflix, Paramount, and Universal are among the companies evaluating the proposal. thegeek.games · www.ithome.com · kulturegeek.fr
- [● 2 SOURCES] At least one potential partner has expressed concern that the $300 million asking price is too high. www.ithome.com · kulturegeek.fr