Microsoft and Sony have announced they have reached a licensing agreement that would allow the Call of Duty franchise to remain accessible on PlayStation, ending the battle between the companies that begun with the announcement of Microsoft’s takeover of video game maker Activision. 

The agreement is similar to other licensing deals Microsoft has offered to appease regulator’s concerns over the acquisition, such as the one that will also bring Call of Duty to Nintendo until 2033.

The deal is solely focused on the franchise - the largest one published by Activision - and does not make a mention of the firm's other products. 

“We are pleased to announce that Microsoft and PlayStation have signed a binding agreement to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation following the acquisition of Activision Blizzard,” Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer said on Twitter. He added that the deal would provide “more choice” to players.