Microsoft is in the process of acquiring Activision Blizzard, but the mammoth business deal has to clear some considerable hurdles. Various regulatory bodies around the world have to give the go-ahead before it will officially go through. Other companies in the video game industry have been asked to provide statements on the impact Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard will have, with Sony using the opportunity to voice its concerns, particularly when it comes to the Call of Duty franchise.