Activision Blizzard, the new publisher created by a merger between Activision, and VU Games, which is set to be concluded by mid-2008, have more than a few new games in the pipeline based on existing franchises (we're this morning told).

According to a report released alongside the merger news, Blizzard will be releasing a few big name sequels in the future, promising new games from three of 2007's biggest titles. 5, 4 and a new Tony Hawk's game look likely to be the sequels hinted, although details are vague, to say the least.

As we already knew, the report re-confirms that games based on Dreamworks properties, a new Marvel-based title, as well as a from PGR creators Bizarre are also in the pipeline.

We'll keep our eye on in search of more details on any of the new games hinted.

By Luke Guttridge