Vivendi Games Mobile on the block?

Videogame developer and publisher Activision Blizzard announced it is "evaluating options" regarding its Vivendi Games Mobile unit, and may divest the division. Vivendi Games Mobile is one of several Activision Blizzard units in the crosshairs as the firm embarks on plans to streamline its studio operations--both Radical Entertainment and High Moon Studios face staffing realignment, while Massive Entertainment, Swordfish Studios and Sierra Online face possible divesture as well. "We are focused on improving efficiency across the combined organization and are concentrating on businesses where we have leadership positions that are aligned with Activision Publishing's long-term corporate objectives," said Activision Publishing CEO Mike Griffith in a statement. French media conglomerate Vivendi acquired an $18.9 billion controlling stake in Activision in late 2007.

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