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© Reuters. FILEPHOTO: Activision’s booth at the E3 2017 Electronic Entertainment Expo was displayed in Los Angeles (California), U.S.A, June 13 2017. REUTERS/Mike Blake

(Reuters) – Xbox Chief Phil Spencer will be evaluating the company’s relationship with Activision Blizzard Inc. (NASDAQ:), Microsoft’s gaming console manufacturer confirmed Thursday that it is reevaluating its relationship to Activision Blizzard Inc. (NASDAQ:), following allegations of misconduct sexually and pay discrimination against the publisher.

Bloomberg reported the news first on Thursday using an email from employees.

Spencer said to employees that Activision’s “horrific events and actions” had left Spencer disturbed and troubled. The report stated this.

Spencer released a statement saying that Microsoft and Xbox leadership stand behind their teams and help them to create a safe environment for everyone.

Activision spokesmen said they were in dialogue with their partners.

The company is well-known for its video-game titles, including “Call of Duty” (or “Diablo”) and has been subject to allegations that have caused delays in product launches and the resignation of senior executives.

Employees staged an earlier walkout after learning that their chief executive officer was aware of allegations of assault and sexual harassment in the workplace.

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