Blizzard’s Overwatch Game Developers Unionize
In a landmark move for the gaming industry, about 80 employees on Blizzard Entertainment’s Overwatch team formed a union. They want better pay, a bigger voice in studio decisions, and an end to intense “crunch” periods.
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- • Blizzard Entertainment – A major game developer known for Overwatch, Warcraft, and other popular franchises.
- • Overwatch – An award-winning team-based shooter game launched in 2016, famous for its diverse roster and evolving live-service model.
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