The U.S. Justice Department agreed to a settlement with Activision Blizzard to resolve the department's lawsuit filed on Monday over salary limits in professional esports leagues.
to resolve the department's lawsuit filed on Monday over salary limits in professional esports leagues.
"We have always believed, and still believe, that the Competitive Balance Tax was lawful, and it did not have an adverse impact on player salaries," it added. The Justice Department noted an estimated 60% of Americans report they play video games on a weekly basis -- and millions like to watch video games played by professionals.
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