Microsoft and Activision Blizzard Form New Team to Develop AA Games

The new studio within Blizzard aims to leverage existing IPs with smaller, cost-effective projects.

The team primarily consists of former King employees, known for mobile game expertise.
Focus will be on creating AA games based on popular Blizzard franchises like Overwatch, Warcraft, and StarCraft.
This strategy aims to balance quality and cost amid rising AAA game development expenses.
The initiative reflects Microsoft's broader vision of cross-platform gaming and agile development.
No specific projects have been confirmed yet, but the move is expected to revitalize classic franchises.