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Mojang and Minecraft Sale to Microsoft Timeline

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This timeline covers the period leading up to and including the acquisition of Mojang and Minecraft by Microsoft.
Growing Discomfort
Early 2014
Persson publicly expressed his increasing discomfort with the pressures of owning such a large and successful game. He felt overwhelmed by the responsibilities and the need to maintain Minecraft's community expectations.
"Anyone want to buy my share of Mojang?"
June 2014
Persson tweeted a message expressing his desire to sell his share of Mojang. This sparked interest from various companies.
Microsoft Acquisition Announcement
September 15, 2014
Microsoft announced its agreement to acquire Mojang AB, including Minecraft, for $2.5 billion USD. Persson, along with Carl Manneh and Jakob Porsér, left Mojang after the acquisition.
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