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XBOX Media Solutions

We deliver player-first, cross-platform advertising for brands looking to grow their audiences within iconic, brand-safe gaming environments.

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The power of platforms

Today, players move seamlessly across devices—playing on mobile during a commute, engaging on console at home, or diving deeper on PC. Understanding this cross-platform behavior is key to building meaningful connections.

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Playables

Playables are premium, branded interactive games designed to capture your audiences' attention and drive your brand goals.

 

This format, similar to our Rewarded In-Game Video, is opt-in and seamlessly integrated within the broader game experience.

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Back-to-school

See how gaming audiences are shaping back-to-school shopping with early intent, cross-channel engagement, and strong ad responsiveness.

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Play it forward

The fight for attention has never been more challenging. Our new infographic explores how gaming immersion affects attention and why that matters for brands.

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Where players and brands come together

Reach engaged audiences across iconic gaming worlds.

  1. Our audience
  2. Our games
  3. Our expertise
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More than 1 in 3 people play video games globally

The gaming audience spans every age, gender, and background. Highly engaged across mobile, console, and PC, players offer brands powerful reach and relevance.

 

  • 64% play to relax1
  • 58% of U.S. gamers are multiplatform2
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Understanding players and how they play

The gaming landscape is shifting, with more ways to play and new ways to engage. Get to know gaming and how to meaningfully connect with our players.

 

  • 78% of our players prefer in-game ads to be rewarded3
  • 76% of players prefer in-game ads to be optional4
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Unmatched titles. Unrivaled access.

Bring your brand to life with our player-first media solutions in some of the most iconic titles in gaming. Our legendary franchises are enjoyed by millions of players globally.

 

  • #1 grossing franchise in the U.S. app stores (Candy Crush Saga)
  • +400M Call of Duty Mobile downloads
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Innovative ad solutions for every moment

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Brand safe

Quality content and positive user perception.

 

Boost visibility and awareness in and around brand safe, premium titles, and franchises. Rest assured that your ads and campaigns are in good hands.

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Insight driven

Engage with fans at peak moments.

 

Connect with new audiences through intelligent, player-initiated experiences. Work with our gaming experts to select the best ad formats and thoughtful in-game campaigns.

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Unmatched titles. Unrivaled access.

Exceptional reach, frequency and engagement.

 

Effectiveness measurement, creative testing and custom audience insights. We have a host of different ways for your brand to prove your success in gaming.

Fan-first ad experiences that drive performance

2.3x

Greater purchase intent than other digital publishers5

98%

Viewability vs. the industry the industry average of 60%​6

4.4x

Greater awareness than other digital publishers7

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In-Game Video Ads

Thoughtfully executed for impactful results. Whether you use our standard placement or new interactive video formats, our opt-in and rewarded journey leaves brands and players happy.

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Playables

Bring your brand to life. Playables are premium, branded interactive games that fit seamlessly into iconic titles.

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Custom gaming integrations

Gaming experts lend a helping hand for an integrated feel. For brands who authentically fit the gaming spirit, work with our teams to blend into the game across platforms.

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Our insights. Your advantage.

Our research is world-class, providing you with the best insight into players and the gaming space.

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The power of platforms

Discover how cross-platform play creates new ways for brands to reach and engage players.

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A collage of three people holding smartphones or wearing headsets, each framed in separate panels, against a blurred background.

Back-to-school

See how gaming audiences are shaping back-to-school shopping with early intent, cross-channel engagement, and strong ad responsiveness.

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Play it forward

Take a look at the difference “leaned-in” attention can make for brands in our new, quick, and digestible infographic.

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[1] Activision Blizzard Media, The Many Ways We Play, 2024.
[2] Activision Blizzard Media Social Gaming Research, Q3 2022.
[3] Premium Mobile Gaming, Alter Agents & Activision Blizzard Media, Q1 2023.
[4] Premium Mobile Gaming, Alter Agents & Activision Blizzard Media, Q1 2023.
[5] Activision Blizzard Media BSL Meta-Analysis Benchmark Norms 2023 vs. Kantar MWB 2022 Q4.
[6] Moat Analytics Benchmarks, Video Mobile In-App Q1 2023.
[7] Activision Blizzard Media BSL Meta-Analysis Benchmark Norms 2023 vs. Kantar MWB 2022 Q4.

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