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The World of Warcraft "Classic+" rumours were true and it's called World of Warcraft: Forever
Blizzard Entertainment has officially confirmed World of Warcraft: Forever, a new "Classic+" experience set to launch on November 4th. Beta access begins September 17th for pre-purchasers of upgrade packs. The game will be included with an existing World of Warcraft subscription and features new zones, quests, dungeons, raids, and playable races, set between existing lore points.
StarCraft is back, but it's not the RTS you remember - it's an open-world shooter coming spring 2030
Blizzard Entertainment announced a new StarCraft game at BlizzCon 2026, set to launch in spring 2030. This installment will be an open-world shooter, a departure from the series' traditional real-time strategy roots. The announcement was accompanied by a cinematic trailer, and the game is currently only showing an Xbox logo, suggesting exclusivity.
Former Far Cry boss says it's "an honor" to take over StarCraft: "We won the cosmic lottery"
Former Far Cry lead Dan Hay is heading the development of a new StarCraft game, which will be an open-world shooter. Hay expressed his honor and seriousness in taking on the beloved franchise, calling it a "cosmic lottery." The game, simply titled StarCraft, is set 70 years after Legacy of the Void and is slated for a 2030 release.
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred is the game's final expansion as Blizzard focuses on "getting to Diablo 5"
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred will be the final expansion for the game, as the company shifts its focus to Diablo 5, slated for release in 2029. Game director Brent Gibson stated that the team is now concentrating on Diablo 4 seasons and the development of the sequel, which will be set 100 years after Diablo 4.
Diablo 5 is coming spring 2029, and a Netflix show is in development
Blizzard has officially announced Diablo 5, slated for a spring 2029 release. The game will be set a century after Diablo 4, with Diablo having already triumphed. A new animated series set in the Diablo universe is also in development with Netflix.
A Diablo 5 new class has already been revealed with the Plague Knight being 'a walking death' across the battlefield — while two returning classes have also been confirmed
Blizzard Entertainment revealed new details about Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026, including the introduction of the Plague Knight class, described as a 'walking death' that spreads and consumes disease. The Demon Hunter and Monk classes will also return, and the game will launch with more classes than any previous Diablo title. Developers emphasized that classes will be approachable yet offer deep mastery and build variety.
The tone of Diablo 5 is 'really doubling down on darkness' say the devs — 'I think that's…
Developers for Diablo 5 are emphasizing a return to a darker, more desolate tone, building upon the atmosphere of Diablo 4. While the game will explore themes of defeat and a fallen Sanctuary, developers aim to balance this darkness with a compelling reason for players to defend the world.
Diablo 5 panel reveals first details: Plague Knight class, revamped loot, and more
Blizzard Entertainment revealed early details for Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026, including a new Plague Knight class, a revamped loot system inspired by Diablo 2, and a story where Diablo has conquered Sanctuary. The game is slated for a 2029 release, with regular updates planned starting in 2027. Diablo 4 will also receive updates and a Nintendo Switch version.
Why is Blizzard still announcing games years ahead of release? 'We want to convey confidence in some of our biggest…
Blizzard Entertainment's strategy of announcing games years before their release, exemplified by StarCraft and Diablo 5, is questioned as a potentially outdated marketing approach. President Johanna Faries stated the company wants to convey confidence in its major projects and ensure they ship on time, aiming to create a healthy Blizzard culture amidst potential future layoffs.
Diablo 5's Sanctuary has become 'an outpost of hell' where 'humanity has fallen into ruin' which paints an incredibly bleak picture that I can't wait for
Diablo 5's world of Sanctuary has been described by developers as an 'outpost of hell' where humanity has fallen into ruin, with some humans corrupted into dread commanders. This bleak, dark fantasy setting, a continuation of Diablo 4's tone, is intended to be a compelling backdrop for the action RPG, which is slated for a Spring 2029 release.
StarCraft's 2030 release is proof "we're serious," says project lead and former Far Cry boss, and it's "a date that we feel really confident about"
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed a new StarCraft game, an open-world shooter, is in development with a projected 2030 release date. Project lead Dan Hay and associate director AnaLee Haertling expressed confidence in the date, aiming to reassure the long-awaiting community despite the significant lead time.
Diablo 5 Launches in Spring 2029 and It’s Set in a World Where the Lord of Terror Has Won
Diablo 5 is slated for a Spring 2029 release, featuring a dark narrative where the Lord of Terror has triumphed, leaving Sanctuary in ruins. Blizzard Entertainment revealed that players will explore a fallen world, making difficult sacrifices to gain powers. Meanwhile, Diablo 4 continues to receive updates, including the Age of Hatred Collection on September 15th for Nintendo Switch, adding the Amazon class and Javelin weapon in 2027.
Diablo 5 gameplay details from BlizzCon: More classes than ever before, procedurally-generated dungeons, and Diablo…
Blizzard Entertainment revealed gameplay details for Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026, showcasing a return to procedurally-generated dungeons and open-world regions, more classes than previous titles including a new 'plague knight', and a story set 100 years after Diablo 4. The game is slated for a spring 2029 release window and aims to address player feedback from Diablo 4.
BlizzCon 2026: World of Warcraft shows off what’s next for Midnight
Blizzard Entertainment provided updates on World of Warcraft: Midnight at BlizzCon, detailing upcoming content including patch 12.1.5 which introduces a mini-raid and the new roguelite mode 'Talebound'. Patch 12.2, 'Eclipse', will feature a new zone, dungeon, and the Worldcore raid with Xal'atath as the final boss. Future content for The War Within and a Wrath of the Lich King remix event were also teased.
Diablo 5's first confirmed classes are the Demon Hunter, Monk, and the all-new Plague Knight: Blizzard says the…
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed the first confirmed classes for Diablo 5, including the returning Demon Hunter and Monk, and a new class called the Plague Knight. The game director described the Plague Knight as a heavily armored, death-spreading character. Diablo 5 is slated for a 2029 release and will feature more classes at launch than any previous entry in the series.
No more Diablo 4 expansions are planned, but there's 'a lot of room' for more storytelling in the leadup…
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that Diablo 5 is planned for a 2029 release, set a century after Diablo 4. While no further expansions are planned for Diablo 4, the studio will continue to support the game with seasons and focus on telling the 'Story of Terror' leading into Diablo 5. Game director Brent Gibson stated that Diablo 4 will be supported for a long time, drawing parallels to the continued support for Diablo 2: Resurrected.
Warcraft 3 Reforged: Forsaken Kingdom brings a new campaign to the classis RTS
Blizzard Entertainment has released the Forsaken Kingdom campaign expansion for Warcraft 3 Reforged. This new content, featuring approximately 30 hours of gameplay across three chapters, explores the story of Sylvanas Windrunner and the Forsaken. It is available as an expansion to the base game or as a standalone package for $29.99 USD.
StarCraft: Everything we know so far about Blizzard's new open-world, story-driven shooter
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed a new StarCraft game, shifting from its traditional real-time strategy roots to an open-world, story-driven shooter. Set 70 years after StarCraft 2, the game was announced at BlizzCon 2026 with a cinematic trailer. While platforms and a specific release date are unconfirmed, it is expected to launch in 2030 for PC and Xbox, with PlayStation potentially included. Dan Hay, formerly of Far Cry 5, is leading the project.
StarCraft: Everything we know so far about Blizzard's new open-world, story-driven shooter
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a new StarCraft game, shifting from its traditional real-time strategy roots to an open-world, story-driven shooter. Set approximately 70 years after StarCraft 2, the game is slated for a 2030 release, with PC and Xbox confirmed as potential platforms. The project is led by Dan Hay, formerly of Far Cry 5.
World of Warcraft: Forever revamps WoW: Classic with new lands & quests in November 2026
Blizzard Entertainment announced World of Warcraft: Forever, a new chapter for World of Warcraft: Classic, set to release on November 4, 2026 for PC. The game will feature a reimagined Azeroth with new races, locations, and over 1,000 new quests. A beta allowing players to reach Level 30 will launch on September 16, 2026.
