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Although Microsoft has not announced any plans to sell its gaming division, reports indicate that private investment groups have conducted valuations for a potential acquisition of Xbox. These assessments suggest a starting price of $100 billion, potentially reaching up to $150 billion.
The Information reports that while these valuations have taken place, no formal purchase proposals have been submitted to Microsoft. Such interest follows a period of significant industry consolidation, including the acquisition of Electronic Arts by a trio of entities for $55 billion.
The valuation is heavily influenced by Xbox's recent expansion, specifically the $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard King. This purchase, which brought the Call of Duty franchise under Microsoft's control, is cited as a primary driver for the division's current estimated market value.
Despite the speculation surrounding these figures, Microsoft maintains that the Xbox division is not currently for sale. The reported interest from private equity firms remains an internal assessment rather than an active negotiation or official business move.
