Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard has caused some serious damage with about 1,900 employees getting the boot. Another shocking part caused by the acquisition is that Mike Ybarra announced he’s stepping down as Blizzard’s president. Ybarra showed support for his colleagues and encouraged those affected to hit him up for help, networking, or endorsements.
Ybarra’s time at Blizzard was pretty impactful. He led the company through some major changes and played a big role in shaping its future. After this recent acquisition, he decided to step back. With a long history at Microsoft before Blizzard, this move makes sense for him.
In his message, Ybarra thanked the Blizzard teams for their amazing work and urged them to keep pushing for excellence and innovation. He emphasized the importance of keeping the community and players at the center of everything they do. His message was full of appreciation and solidarity, reflecting on the strong relationships and achievements made during his time at Blizzard.
So yeah, it’s a big change. But Ybarra’s words show his commitment to the team and the gaming community, even as he moves on to new things.
I want to thank everyone who is impacted today for their meaningful contributions to their teams, to Blizzard, and to players’ lives. It’s an incredibly hard day and my energy and support will be focused on all those amazing individuals impacted – this is in no way a reflection…
— Mike Ybarra (@Qwik) January 25, 2024
