Which major gaming acquisition led to the creation of the metaverse platform 'Horizon Worlds' as we know it today?

In the ever-evolving landscape of gaming and virtual worlds, strategic brand mergers have reshaped the industry in surprising ways. Some acquisitions have created powerhouses that dominate multiple gaming segments, while others have enabled smaller studios to thrive with newfound resources. This trivia question explores one of the most significant brand mergers that changed the trajectory of virtual world development. Test your knowledge of gaming industry business moves!

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Facebook's acquisition of Oculus VR for $2 billion in 2014
Microsoft's acquisition of Minecraft developer Mojang for $2.5 billion in 2014
Sony's acquisition of Bungie for $3.6 billion in 2022
Epic Games' acquisition of Harmonix Music Systems in 2021