Activision - Wikipedia
WEBThe company was founded as Activision, Inc. on October 1, 1979, in Sunnyvale, California, by former Atari game developers upset at their treatment by Atari in order to develop their own games for the popular Atari 2600 home video game console. Activision was the first independent, third-party, console video game developer.
Activision Blizzard - Wikipedia
WEBThe original Activision company was founded in 1979, as a third-party developer for games on the Atari Video Computer System. In 1988 the company expanded into non-gaming software and renamed itself Mediagenic. This venture …
The History of Activision - IGN
WEBOct 1, 2010 · Activision started out as a creative powerhouse for the Atari 2600. Three decades later, it looms large as an industry titan with mega-brands like Call of Duty and Guitar Hero. How did it...
Timeline: An infographic history of Activision Blizzard
WEBOct 26, 2023 · As we begin an exciting new chapter in our company’s history, we wanted to look back at some of the major milestones, groundbreaking games, and key moments from the past few decades that defined us.
The History Of Activision - Game Developer
WEBJul 30, 2007 · Nowadays, Activision is a massive worldwide publisher, responsible for Tony Hawk and Guitar Hero. But it all started with just four game developers leaving Atari in 1979, and Gamasutra presents a history of the first ever third-party publisher, with insight from company co-founder David Crane.
Activision, Inc. -- Company History
WEBCompany History: Headquartered in Santa Monica, with five domestic and ten international offices, Activision, Inc. is a leading designer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment software.
Call of Duty - Wikipedia
WEBCall of Duty is a military video game series and media franchise published by Activision, starting in 2003. The games were first developed by Infinity Ward, then by Treyarch and Sledgehammer Games. Several spin-off and handheld games …
About Us - Activision
WEBFounded in 1979, Activision is the leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of blockbuster games available on consoles, mobile and PC.
Activision Blizzard, Inc. | Games, Merger, Scandal, & Microsoft ...
WEBSep 14, 2024 · The history of Activision. Activision was founded in 1979 by David Crane and Alan Miller—game designers who split with Atari over issues of creator’s rights—and entertainment executive Jim Levy. Their response was to create a company where designers would be an essential part of the brand identity, with …
Who We Are - Activision Blizzard
WEBActivision Blizzard’s history goes back more than 40 years. Our path to industry leadership started from humble beginnings. Two incredible gaming brands, Activision and Blizzard Entertainment, merged, bringing together the best creative talent in gaming.