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BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony live report – all the Blizzard news and announcements as they happen
Blizzard Entertainment's BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony is set to reveal upcoming news and announcements across its major franchises including Diablo, Overwatch, StarCraft, and Warcraft. The event, held on September 12, is particularly anticipated as a show of confidence following recent staff reductions at the company.
Nintendo Switch 2 is an official sponsor of today’s Blizzcon
The Nintendo Switch 2 is an official sponsor of this year's Blizzcon, suggesting potential announcements related to the platform during the event. It is confirmed that Diablo IV and its expansions will be available on the Nintendo Switch 2, with Overwatch also expected to feature.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony live coverage and how to watch—what's next for Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo,…
BlizzCon 2026 has begun with its Opening Ceremony, featuring major announcements expected for Blizzard Entertainment's key franchises including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and Hearthstone. Rumors and prominent signage suggest a new StarCraft title, possibly an RTS or FPS, will be revealed, alongside potential news for World of Warcraft: Classic.
Bara timmar kvar: Här följer du BlizzCon 2026!
BlizzCon 2026 is about to begin, with the opening ceremony being broadcast live on Blizzard's YouTube channel. The event will feature developer panels, esports, and discussions about potential game announcements, including speculation about StarCraft and Diablo.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony live report - all the news and announcements as Blizzard's convention returns
BlizzCon 2026 is set to return with its opening ceremony, promising announcements for Blizzard Entertainment's major franchises. Expected reveals include a new StarCraft shooter, a "Classic Plus" version of World of Warcraft, and updates for Diablo 4 and Overwatch. The convention also takes place against the backdrop of recent industry layoffs by owner Microsoft.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony: How to watch, start time, and what to expect
BlizzCon 2026 will take place from September 12-13, 2026, in Anaheim, California, and will be livestreamed for free on YouTube and Twitch. The event will feature reveals and panels for Blizzard's major franchises including Diablo, Overwatch, StarCraft, and Warcraft, with specific franchise channels also available for content.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To Expect
BlizzCon 2026 is set to begin with its opening ceremony on September 12, celebrating Blizzard Entertainment's franchises like Warcraft, StarCraft, Diablo, and Overwatch. The event will be livestreamed on YouTube, Twitch, and Battle.net, with expectations for new game announcements, including a potential StarCraft shooter, a Diablo 4 expansion, a new Overwatch hero, and a World of Warcraft expansion titled The Last Titan.
Evening Reading - September 11, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming news, including Saudi Arabian investors considering a merger between EA and Savvy Games, EA Sports confirming the use of generative AI voice tech in NHL 27, and PlayStation reportedly shelving Hideo Kojima's Physint. It also notes Stellar Blade developers confirming game card sizes for the Nintendo Switch 2, the closure of Moss developer Polyarc, and Nintendo's legal win against Switch pirates.
StarCraft Open-World Shooter Announced, But You’ll Have to Wait Until 2030
Blizzard Entertainment has officially confirmed a new StarCraft-based open-world shooter, led by Dan Hay of Far Cry fame, is in development with a planned release in 2030. A cinematic trailer was shown, hinting at a campaign and co-op modes, though no gameplay has been revealed.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 11: Blizzcon 2026
This weekend's PC gaming deals include sales on World of Warcraft and Diablo 4, free titles like Astral Ascent and Luftrausers, and discounts on various new releases across multiple storefronts. The Steam Programming Fest is also ongoing, featuring computer-themed titles.
The Games That Changed How We Play
This article celebrates National Video Games Day by highlighting games that have significantly impacted gameplay and the industry. It covers titles like Pong, PAC-MAN, Super Mario Bros, DOOM, and Minecraft, detailing their innovations in genres, mechanics, and player interaction.
GTA 6 Developer Is Fighting Drones And Hackers To Keep The Game’s Secrets Safe
Rockstar Games is implementing stringent security measures, including privacy film on windows and a dedicated investigation team, to protect Grand Theft Auto 6's secrets from drones and hackers. This comes amidst a tribunal hearing where the studio is accused of unlawfully firing developers for leaking game information, with Rockstar comparing the need for secrecy to that of Apple or Coca-Cola.
Rykten, skvaller & önskedrömmar - Blizzcon 2026
This article speculates on potential announcements and reveals for Blizzcon 2026, Blizzard Entertainment's upcoming fan convention. Topics include new expansions for World of Warcraft and Diablo IV, potential StarCraft game developments, and updates for Overwatch and Hearthstone, alongside rumors of a combined Xbox Game Pass and Blizzard subscription service.
The Game Archaeologist: World of Warcraft is unfairly portrayed as the villain of MMO history
This article challenges the common narrative that World of Warcraft is the villain responsible for homogenizing the MMORPG genre. Instead, it argues that bad game design and a lack of approachability in pre-WoW MMOs were the primary factors that led to their decline, with World of Warcraft simply offering a more polished and user-friendly experience.
State of the Unions: the rise of unionisation in games workplaces
The video games industry is experiencing a significant rise in unionization as workers seek better labor rights and protections against harsh working conditions. Unions like SAG-AFTRA, ZeniMax workers, and various groups at major studios have successfully advocated for improved pay, AI protections, and remote work policies. Representatives from IWGB, Solidaires Informatique, and the Polish Gamedev Workers Union highlight global progress and ongoing challenges, emphasizing the growing power of collective bargaining.
Ex-Blizzard employee has 'vibe' coded a new game engine with backing from AMD: 'We're developing 93x…
Former Blizzard employee Mark Kern has developed a new game engine called Kun-Zhi, which he claims was built using AI and is 93x faster than Unreal Engine. The engine, backed by AMD and Razer, is intended to be AI-first and will be released to the public. Kern, who previously worked on World of Warcraft and founded Red 5 Studios, believes this approach significantly speeds up development.
Slangbella, vampyrer och Blizzcon: Vi tar spelhelg
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, which include playing a variety of titles such as Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Other mentioned games include HumanitZ, Goemon, and Japanese Drift Master, alongside attending events like Blizzcon and a local video game festival.
Ubisoft is 'testing' making its games far less annoying to launch on Steam
Ubisoft is testing a new method to launch its games on Steam without requiring the separate Ubisoft Connect desktop application. This change, starting with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, aims to streamline the player experience, though a Ubisoft Connect account will likely still be necessary for features like cross-progression. The publisher plans to roll out this improved integration to other titles in the future, addressing long-standing player frustrations with multi-launcher requirements.
Quiz: Hur bra är du på att överleva?
This article celebrates the release of Valheim 1.0 with a quiz testing players' knowledge of survival and crafting games. It asks how well users can gather resources, build bases, and stay alive, highlighting common pitfalls in the genre. The quiz requires users to log in to participate.
WoW Factor: The well intentioned errors of World of Warcraft’s Ula’tek storyline
This analysis critiques the storytelling in World of Warcraft's patch 12.1: Curse of Ula'tek, focusing on the narrative surrounding the Amani Trolls. The author argues that the patch mishandles the Amani's history and attempts to create sympathy for unsympathetic characters, ultimately detracting from the nuance of Troll culture and the game's established lore. While praising the exploration of ancient history and the character Nek'zali, the piece finds the present-day melodrama and the downplaying of historical conflicts disappointing.
