ZeniMax QA workers win tentative union contract with Microsoft
EngadgetFriday, May 30, 2025 at 7:42:04 PM
Microsoft has tentatively agreed to a union contract with ZeniMax’s quality assurance (QA) workers, marking a significant step in organized labor’s push into the gaming industry. If finalized, this would be the first union contract for Microsoft’s U.S. gaming employees, setting a potential precedent for other tech and gaming workers.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about better pay or working conditions for a few dozen QA testers—it’s a signal that even in tech, where unions have been rare, workers are finding ways to organize and demand fair treatment. With Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard still fresh, this deal could ripple across the industry, encouraging more game developers to push for collective bargaining. For gamers, it might mean fewer rushed releases as QA teams gain more stability and support.
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