Does Activision pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Activision employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Activision. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Activision?

69% of Activision employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Activision 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Activision?

QA Tester (24) , Quality Assurance Tester (16) , Localization QA Tester (13) , Software Engineer (12) , Software QA Tester (12) , Quality Assurance (9) , Manager (8) , QA Functional Tester (8) , Localisation QA Tester (7) , Director (6) , Functional QA Tester (6) , QA Localization Tester (6) , Senior Producer (6) , Associate Producer (5) , Intern (5)

What are the pros of working at Activision according to real employee reviews?

"TC and benefits are good." ((in 35 reviews)); "my team was great." ((in 15 reviews)); "The work environment is fun and not very corporate at all." ((in 13 reviews)); "Good coworkers and laid" ((in 12 reviews)); "Manager is awesome and cares about his team" ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Activision according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and not permanent contracts" ((in 41 reviews)); "poor management" ((in 28 reviews)); "Long hours including many weekends" ((in 27 reviews)); "Low salaries and working weekends" ((in 21 reviews)); "No work/life balance." ((in 12 reviews))

What are employees saying about Activision layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Activision layoffs and their outlook for job security at Activision in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Activision locations?

Santa Monica , Los Angeles , Eden Prairie , Austin , Minneapolis , El Segundo , San Francisco , San Diego , Seattle , Bloomington , Edison , New York , Middleton , Boscobel , Portland , Charlotte , Raleigh , Houston , Cincinnati , Burbank , Irvine , Pasadena , Sherman Oaks , San Jose , Boulder , Las Vegas , New Orleans , Vancouver , Portland , Boston

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Activision reviews

3.7

69% would recommend to a friend

(369 total reviews)

Rob Kostich

59% approve of CEO

32% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Culture & values

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.3

Compensation and benefits

3.0

Career opportunities

2.9

Senior management

Activision has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 369 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Activision employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

369 reviews

3.0

Feb 24, 2025

Good people, bad upper management

Associate project lead

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good experience Coworkers are usually nice

Cons

CEO/upper management is horrible Bad pay compared to other industries Toxic work environment Treat QA poorly

5.0

Jan 30, 2025

Activision: A High-Impact, Fast-Paced, and Rewarding Workplace

Senior producer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

✅ High-Impact Projects – Working on globally recognized franchises like Call of Duty means your contributions reach millions of players. The scale and visibility of the work are hard to match. ✅ Talented Colleagues – The teams are filled with passionate, highly skilled professionals. Collaboration with experienced developers, producers, and designers is a great learning opportunity. ✅ Resources & Stability – As a major publisher, Activision has the financial backing to support ambitious projects. Compared to smaller studios, you have access to more tools, technology, and funding. ✅ Strong Production & Live Ops Experience – If you’re working in live service, few places provide a better crash course in running massive, ongoing franchises with seasonal content. ✅ Industry Recognition – Having Activision on your resume carries weight, opening doors to future opportunities in the industry.

Cons

➤ Fast-Paced & High Expectations – The scale of projects means a dynamic environment where adaptability is key. It’s a great fit for those who thrive under challenges. ➤ Live Service Requires Commitment – Supporting live games comes with the responsibility of ensuring smooth player experiences, which can sometimes mean tight deadlines.

4.0

Jan 14, 2025

Excellent place to learn

Ui/ux developer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Friendly Co-workers. Fun environment. Excellent Benefits. Interesting holiday party at the end of the year.

Cons

Aloof Upper Management. Sometimes unresponsive HR. Pay lower than market value.

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