Mike Ybarra

Former Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) Blizzard President Mike Ybarra has an interesting idea: he suggested adding a tipping feature to video games. This feature would allow players to give extra money, maybe $10 or $20, directly to the developers of games they really love, IGN reported. See Also:...

Blizzard Entertainment, the video-game development studio acquired by Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT) for $69 billion, appointed Johanna Faries as its new president, succeeding Mike Ybarra. Faries, previously the general manager for the Call of Duty franchise at Activision, will take on the role...

Blizzard Entertainment boss Mike Ybarra thinks that being acquired by Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) will allow it to be more independent and serve players "better than we ever have." What Happened: Ybarra expressed optimism for the studio's future autonomy following its acquisition by Xbox,...

Video game publisher Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI) has been in the spotlight in recent weeks with the company accused of sexual harassment and a “frat boy” work environment. The company announced changes to its management team Tuesday. What Happened: Jen Oneal and Mike Ybarra were...