Fergusson, general manager of Diablo, expresses pride in revitalizing the franchise and impacting Blizzard significantly during his five-year tenure. His career started at Microsoft before he led Gears of War. His arrival at Blizzard coincided with a workplace reckoning following a lawsuit. Acquired by Microsoft for $70 billion, Activision Blizzard saw mass layoffs affecting the gaming division. Known as a closer renowned for navigating tough development cycles, Fergusson's reputation ensures his skills remain in high demand as game development faces increasing timelines.
"When I joined Blizzard five years ago, I had two main goals (besides getting my sword!): to revitalize one of my favorite franchises of all time, and to have a meaningful impact on the company I admired..."
"His tenure at the company coincidentally brought him back to Microsoft, where he began his career back in the '90s, after the tech giant acquired Activision Blizzard for $70 billion in 2023."
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