Activision acquires Major League Gaming to become 'ESPN of eSports'
by Keith Stuart from on (#ZNTZ)
Call of Duty publisher wants to take its eSports titles into mainstream using MLG's streaming platform, live gaming events and competitive gaming leagues
Call of Duty publisher Activision Blizzard has acquired the veteran eSports organiser Major League Gaming (MLG) in a deal worth $46m.
The purchase gives Activision access to MLG's content streaming platform, live gaming events and competitive gaming leagues. The company's MLGtv online eSports channel is reportedly watched by over 20 million viewers a month.