"Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick to Depart Amidst Leadership Changes"

Bobby Kotick, the controversial boss of Activision Blizzard, will depart the company on December 29th, following Microsoft's acquisition. Jill Braff, a Microsoft executive, will lead ZeniMax/Bethesda studios. The majority of Activision's other executives will report to Xbox executive Matt Booty, while creative leaders within the Bethesda family of studios will report to Braff. Kotick expressed his love for games in a farewell email to employees and praised Xbox boss Phil Spencer. Microsoft confirmed the leadership structure changes and the departure of Activision Blizzard's chief communications officer. The acquisition marks a new chapter for Activision Blizzard under new management.