The developers behind Overwatch have unionized

Activision Blizzard's Overwatch team has successfully unionized with the Communications Workers of America (CWA). This unionization includes almost 200 developers from various departments, demonstrating widespread support within the team. Microsoft, Activision Blizzard's parent company, has recognized the union. This move is part of a growing trend of unionization among video game workers seeking improved conditions. Previously, World of Warcraft developers and Activision quality assurance workers also unionized. The CWA confirmed the unionization through a neutral arbitrator's findings of strong worker support. The Overwatch Gamemakers Guild-CWA joins over 2,000 Microsoft-owned studio workers who have unionized. This collective action aims to establish better job protections and sustainable working environments. The union aims to collaborate with leadership for positive changes. A senior test analyst highlighted the importance of having a voice in shaping working conditions through unionization.