The Averwatch developer group from Activision Blizzard has established a Trade Union called Overwatch GameMakers Guild, participating in the world media of the US (CWA). In total, about 200 employees, including designers, engineers, artists and quality control experts. Microsoft, the company that owns Blizzard, has recognized the Union, has become an important step for the group.
This initiative arises in the context of mass firmness in the gaming industry, especially after the Monastery in 2024, when Microsoft fired 1900 Activision Blizzard employees. Developers call the dismissal as the main reason for the Association, emphasizing the need to protect colleagues. The union sought to ensure guarantee against handling (incidents), incidents), fair payment and remote work preservation.
This is the second largest alliance in Blizzard after unifying the Warcraft team in July 2024. In total, more than 2600 Microsoft employees joined CWA, according to experts, reflecting the growth of the Trade Union movement in the industry.