It is also a major online game distributor in China, handling such titles as Activision 's ( ATVI ) "Call of Duty Online" and Electronic Arts ' ( EA ) "FIFA Online." Last year, Tencent bought minority stakes in mobile game publishers Glu Mobile ( GLUU ) and Pocket Gems. Tencent is purchasing the stake in Supercell from Japanese telecom firm SoftBank ( SFTBY ). Tencent expects the deal to close in the third quarter, subject to regulatory approvals and closing conditions. "Supercell is known for its creativity, focus on player experience and unique culture, which have enabled it to create innovative mobile games that are wildly popular globally," Tencent President Martin Lau said in a statement. "Tencent is dedicated to building long-term strategic partnerships with leading game companies.