Rumor: The9, Blizzard Negotiations Fail
Tencent Tech, 3/24/09
A spokesperson for online game developer and operator The9 (Nasdaq: NCTY) has denied rumors suggesting the company has been unable to reach an agreement with US gaming giant Blizzard for continued cooperation on the MMORPG "World Of Warcraft". Rumors are circulating that The9 could lose its mainland operating rights for the game.
According to the spokesperson, negotiations are ongoing, and the company is confident about continued cooperation, with no "setbacks" having occurred. The9 did not reveal further details regarding negotiations.
Keywords: Blizzard Internet MMORPG NCTY operating rights The9 online gaming WoW