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Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ: ATVI) reported revenue of $2.28 billion in the first quarter, coming in higher than last year’s $1.79 billion and also beating the company’s guidance of $2.02 billion. The company reported non-GAAP eps of 98 cents in the quarter.
Digital revenue was $2.01 billion. Net bookings hit $2.07 billion in the first quarter, including $1.34 billion of in-game net bookings.
The company’s Activision segment saw revenue up 72% year-over-year led by the strength of the "Call of Duty" franchise. Activision had monthly active users of 150 million in the first quarter, with "Call of Duty" MAUs up 40% year-over-year. In-game bookings for "Call of Duty" were up 60% year-over-year.