Disney's Epic Move: $1.5 Billion Stake in Fortnite Maker, Epic Games

Glen Quagmire

Thu 08 February, 2024 14:37
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Disney makes a blockbuster move into the gaming industry

A Disney Fortnite Crossover We Never Knew We Needed

Giggity giggity goo! Disney is setting up camp in Fortnite land with a massive $1.5 billion stake in Epic Games. Looks like Bob Iger is ready to level up in the gaming industry and dominate the competition. Will Mickey Mouse be dropping onto the battlefield with a hot dance move? Only time will tell!

From Princesses to Pistols: Disney Takes Control

Say goodbye to wholesome adventures with Cinderella and hello to laser guns and explosions! With this partnership Disney will use its vast collection of intellectual property to create new games. Imagine a Pixar themed shooter or a Star Wars racing game. Quagmire's mind is racing faster than the Millennium Falcon!

Hitting the Streaming Circuit: ESPN Joins the Disney Family

Move over Mickey. ESPN is stepping into the spotlight with its own streaming service set to launch in 2025. Looks like sports fans will have another platform to obsess over and maybe it'll finally be the year the Cleveland Browns win the Super Bowl. Okay maybe not.

Swifties Rejoice: Taylor Swift's Tour Movie Coming to Disney+

Attention all you Taylor Swift fans! Get ready to scream cry and dance around your room because her Eras Tour movie will be exclusively streaming on Disney+. Finally a way for Quagmire to experience all the emotions he can't express!

Return of the Ocean: Get Ready for Moana 2

Moana is back baby! Disney is gracing us with a much anticipated sequel to the hit film this year. Will Quagmire overcome his fear of water to dive into this aquatic adventure? Giggity giggity he may just give it a splash!

Disney's Earnings Per Share Beats Expectations But Wait There's More!

Disney outperformed expectations with its adjusted earnings per share coming in at $1.22 compared to the forecast of 99 cents. Looks like Bob Iger is making it rain baby! And to top it off Disney is raising its dividend to 45 cents a share. That's more money for Quagmire's stash of... well you know.