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Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred expansion teased in new book!... | TAG
A new book titled 'Lord of Hatred' offers an early look at Diablo 4's upcoming expansion, teasing new lore and story elements set in the Skovos Isles. Meanwhile, Limited Run Games is addressing past delays by setting more realistic shipping expectations, potentially pushing some preorders to late 2026. Bungie has also announced a nerf to the powerful Biotoxic Disinjector weapon in Marathon to improve game balance.
Overwatch’s NieR Collab Accidentally Breaks Blizzard World Map
Overwatch's recent NieR: Automata collaboration introduced a new 'sunset' lighting for the Blizzard World map that has made it visually difficult to play, resembling Sombra's invisibility filter. Players are actively avoiding the map due to the poor visibility and color distortion, impacting the intended celebratory atmosphere of the collaboration and the map itself.
World of Warcraft reveals secret phase of new raid boss to give us the best moment in Race to World First
During the Race to World First competition in World of Warcraft's new raid, Blizzard Entertainment revealed a secret fourth phase of the boss L'ura, surprising players and halting Team Liquid's premature celebrations. This unexpected reveal, which has been praised as a significant moment for the game, occurred after L'ura's abilities were adjusted to make the fight more manageable for guilds.
WoW Race To World First Thrown Into Chaos After Secret Boss Phase Reveal
The World of Warcraft Race to World First for the Midnight Season 1 final boss, L'ura, was thrown into chaos with the reveal of a secret fourth phase. Both Team Liquid and Team Echo have been battling the boss, with L'ura unexpectedly healing to full health after appearing defeated. The reveal has made the already challenging fight even more complex, with teams needing to adapt to new mechanics.
The Best PS5 Games In 2026
This article rounds up the best PlayStation 5 games available, covering a wide range of genres and styles from AAA blockbusters to indie darlings. It highlights recent favorites and modern classics, aiming to help players discover must-play titles for the console. The list includes critically acclaimed games like Astro Bot, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, among many others.
Overwatch Fans Question Cassidy’s ‘Uncomfortable’ Aiming Stance
Overwatch players are discussing Cassidy's aiming stance, with many finding it uncomfortable and stiff, not fitting his seasoned gunslinger persona. This conversation highlights the importance of character animation in player connection and game world believability, with the community hoping for potential refinements from Blizzard Entertainment.
MMO Week in Review: Queen Devona
This week's MMO news roundup covers updates for Guild Wars Reforged, layoffs at MechWarrior studio Piranha Games, and a potential acquisition of Epic Games by Disney. The article also touches on political discussions surrounding game shutdowns in Europe and new early access dates for Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era.
Overwatch Fan Creates Stunning Echo Ballerina Skin, Hopes for Blizzard Job
A fan artist has created a highly detailed ballerina skin concept for the Overwatch character Echo, sharing it on Reddit and expressing a desire to be hired by Blizzard Entertainment. The concept highlights the community's passion for the character and the potential for more unique cosmetic options in Overwatch 2.
Overwatch Community Declares Game ‘Truly Back’ After Classic POTG Moment
The Overwatch community is experiencing a resurgence of enthusiasm, with players declaring the game is 'truly back' following classic Play of the Game moments. This renewed optimism is attributed to recent balance changes by Blizzard Entertainment that have made more heroes viable and fostered exciting team-based gameplay. These moments are creating a positive feedback loop, encouraging players to return and share their positive experiences.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Is No. 9 Highest-Grossing Video Game Movie Of All Time After Just 5 Days
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has become the ninth highest-grossing video game movie of all time after only five days, earning $372.5 million worldwide. This article ranks the top 16 highest-grossing video game films, including titles like A Minecraft Movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and Pokemon Detective Pikachu, based on domestic, international, and worldwide box office figures.
Stunning Symmetra Cosplay Shows Why Overwatch Fans Are the Best
A Symmetra cosplay shared on the Overwatch subreddit has garnered significant attention and praise from the community. The detailed costume, created by user Clau_cy1, highlights the passion and creativity within the Overwatch fanbase, serving as a reminder of the game's appeal beyond its gameplay.
WoW Factor: World of Warcraft’s never told a big story well, but it does organic tales better
This article analyzes World of Warcraft's long-standing issues with delivering compelling main storylines, contrasting them with the game's success in creating memorable organic, player-driven narratives and engaging side quests. While the overarching plot is often criticized as disjointed, the game's world design and smaller quest arcs provide a more personal and captivating experience for players.
Nexon is taking on Overwatch publishing duties in Korea ‘within the year’
Nexon and Blizzard Entertainment have partnered to publish Overwatch on PC in Korea, with operations beginning later this year. Nexon will handle live service and business operations tailored to the Korean market, while Blizzard will continue overall game development. This partnership follows a previous deal where Nexon began publishing for the StarCraft IP in Korea.
World of Warcraft players debate a possible dedicated controller-based interface floated by Blizzard
Blizzard Entertainment's Holly Longdale asked World of Warcraft players about their interest in a dedicated controller-based UI. While the question was solely about interface options, discussions on Reddit touched upon potential console ports and ability rebalancing, with many expressing negative sentiment towards such changes.
Diablo IV shares an in-game cutscene and a lore video for its April 28 Lord of Hatred expansion
Blizzard Entertainment has released an in-game cutscene and a lore video for the upcoming Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred expansion, scheduled for release on April 28. The cutscene features Queen Adreona and Akarat, while the lore video focuses on the character Neyrelle, offering glimpses into the expansion's narrative.
Blizzard continues to hire for what appears to be its StarCraft open-world shooter with Nexon
Blizzard Entertainment and Nexon are continuing development on a StarCraft open-world shooter, with Blizzard actively hiring for a Lead Designer, Innovation role for the Unreal Engine title. This collaboration was confirmed earlier this year, suggesting a potential revival for the StarCraft franchise beyond its traditional real-time strategy roots.
Blizzard Hiring for Lead Designer on “AAA Shooter,” Further Fueling StarCraft Rumors
Blizzard Entertainment has posted a job opening for a Lead Designer, Innovation on a new AAA shooter project that utilizes Unreal Engine. This has fueled speculation among fans that a new StarCraft title may be in development, though the company has not officially confirmed any details.
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A job listing suggests Blizzard Entertainment is working on a new AAA open-world shooter. Rumors about this project have been circulating for over a year.
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred Exclusive Cutscene – 'The Queen and the Saint' | IGN First
IGN First has revealed an exclusive in-game cutscene titled 'The Queen and the Saint' from Diablo 4's upcoming second expansion, Lord of Hatred. This preview offers a glimpse into the narrative and presentation of the new content.
Latin America’s High-Growth Games Market Takes Center Stage at gamescom latam 2026
gamescom latam 2026 will be held in São Paulo, Brazil, from April 29 to May 3, highlighting Latin America's rapid growth in the gaming market. The event will feature B2B sessions on investment, AI, and IP development, aiming to foster business opportunities and connect the region with the global gaming ecosystem. Major companies like Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony Interactive Entertainment are expected to attend.