Tag: Microsoft buys Mojang

  • Microsoft buys Mojang, creators of Minecraft for $2.5 billion

    Microsoft buys Mojang, creators of Minecraft for $2.5 billion

    Microsoft confirmed the purchase of Mojang AB, creators of Minecraft, for $2.5 billion. According to a press release, Microsoft said it expects the deal is officially closed by the end of this year. The founders of Mojang, including Markus “Notch” Persson will shut down the company. Microsoft promises to respect the brand and the independent […]