Microsoft on Monday announced it has agreed to acquire Mojang, the software developer that created the popular Minecraft video game. Although it’s subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory review, the deal is expected to be finalized by the end of this year. Microsoft will pay $2.5 billion for Mojang and gain full control of the iconic Minecraft franchise. Minecraft, which allows players to build objects in an open world, has been one of the most popular independent video game franchises in history.
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Minecraft May Help Microsoft Build Its Mobile Strategy
Posted by: Peter Suciu September 15, 2014 11:23 AMMicrosoft on Monday announced it has agreed to acquire Mojang, the software developer that created the popular Minecraft video game. Although it’s subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory review, the deal is expected to be finalized by the end of this year. Microsoft will pay $2.5 billion for Mojang and gain full control of the iconic Minecraft franchise. Minecraft, which allows players to build objects in an open world, has been one of the most popular independent video game franchises in history.