Activision Blizzard
Activision Blizzard, Inc. is a prominent American video game developer and publisher, formed in 2008 through the merger of Activision and Vivendi Games. Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, the company operates as a division of Microsoft Gaming following its acquisition in October 2023. The company is known for its iconic gaming franchises, including *Call of Duty*, *World of Warcraft*, *Diablo*, *StarCraft*, *Overwatch*, and *Candy Crush Saga*. Activision Blizzard also developed Battle.net, an integrated online gaming platform that supports multiplayer gaming and digital distribution. Additionally, the company plays a significant role in esports, with professional leagues like the Overwatch League that enhance competitive gaming's visibility and audience engagement. With a diverse portfolio, Activision Blizzard caters to a wide range of gamers, from casual mobile players to dedicated PC and console enthusiasts.
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Headcount trend
Activision Blizzard went from 1,458 employees in Jul 2023 to 1,044 in Jun 2025. Last 6 months: 31 people joined, 44 left.
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Activision Blizzard FAQ
How many employees does Activision Blizzard have?
Activision Blizzard has about 1,044 employees, down 0.2% over the last 3 months (as of Jun 2025).
What is Activision Blizzard's revenue per employee?
Activision Blizzard makes about $7.21M in revenue per employee, based on $7.53B annual revenue and 1,044 employees.
How much does Activision Blizzard pay?
6figr has 35 salary profiles for Activision Blizzard in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Activision Blizzard salaries page. See Activision Blizzard salaries
Data from Apollo, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles. Updated 27 Nov 2025.
