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Snabbkollen: Köper du nya Ocarina of Time?
Nintendo has announced a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, set to release on November 7th for the Nintendo Switch. The article also features reviews for "The Blood of Dawnwalker," "Star Wars Zero Company," and "Mortal Shell 2," alongside news about "Valheim," "Orbitals," and "Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack."
What To Expect From BlizzCon 2026: StarCraft’s Return, A Whole Lot Of Warcraft
BlizzCon 2026, scheduled for September 12, is poised to be a major event for Blizzard Entertainment, with significant announcements expected across its key franchises. The convention will likely reveal more details about World of Warcraft's next expansion, The Last Titan, and potentially a new version of World of Warcraft Classic. StarCraft is set to make a substantial return, possibly with a new shooter title and a partnership with Nexon. Diablo will celebrate its 30th anniversary with news on Diablo 4 and potentially other franchise entries, while Overwatch will continue its momentum with new heroes and story developments.
WoW Factor: Exploring the content and systems of World of Warcraft’s Curse of Ula’tek
The 12.1 patch for World of Warcraft, Curse of Ula'tek, is described as a middle-of-the-road update with both improvements and drawbacks. While the core gameplay remains strong, new features like the Venomous Abyss raid, the 'lair' system for world bosses, and the Prey feature are criticized for visual monotony, reduced rewards, and lack of variety, respectively. The article suggests Blizzard is struggling to build upon the solid foundation of recent expansions.
Why Casual Gamers Are Drawn to Short, Reward-Heavy Games
This article analyzes the psychological design behind virtual currencies in games like Overwatch 2 and Path of Exile, explaining how they reduce the 'pain of paying' and encourage spending. It contrasts Blizzard's fixed-rate currency with Grinding Gear Games' player-driven orb economy, noting how these models influence player behavior and can extend beyond gaming into other digital products.
StarCraft Shooter Has a “Full-Blown” Single-Player Campaign, Akin to Space Marine 2 – Rumor
Rumors suggest Blizzard Entertainment is developing a StarCraft shooter with a full single-player campaign, drawing comparisons to Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and Far Cry. Jez Corden of Windows Central claims to have seen pre-alpha footage and believes the game will feature a strong narrative focus, potentially with co-op elements, though multiplayer is also expected.
As StarCraft teasers continue in the build-up to BlizzCon, mounting evidence suggests that a character who disappeared…
Blizzard Entertainment has initiated a mysterious teaser campaign for StarCraft 2, potentially hinting at the return of the character Sarah Kerrigan. The campaign involves strange transmissions and an Alternate Reality Game, reminiscent of past ARG efforts for the franchise. This activity, occurring shortly before BlizzCon, has fueled speculation among fans about new content or even a potential StarCraft 3.
Don't count on the rumoured StarCraft game being a Destiny-like, says Jason Schreier
According to reporter Jason Schreier, the rumored next StarCraft game is unlikely to be a Destiny-style live service shooter. Information from Jez Corden suggests it might be more akin to Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 or Far Cry. Blizzard Entertainment is expected to reveal more at BlizzCon.
World of Warcraft's Venomous Abyss raid is "what we'd hoped for" from the war on add-ons, Ion Hazzikostas explains
Blizzard Entertainment's Ion Hazzikostas and Paul Kubit discuss the impact of banning combat add-ons in World of Warcraft's latest expansion, Midnight. They believe the change has successfully encouraged more vocal raid leading and human cooperation, aligning with their hopes for the game's progression. The developers also touch on ongoing UI improvements and adjustments to bonus roll mechanics.
Blizzard frestar med något Starcraft-relaterat inför helgens Blizzcon
Blizzard Entertainment is expected to announce something Starcraft-related at BlizzCon, with rumors pointing towards a new shooter or real-time strategy game. Hidden messages on the official Starcraft website hint at new content, while speculation suggests potential involvement from developers like Creative Assembly.
MMO Week in Review: Joy of movement
This week's MMO news roundup covers a preview of Guild Wars 3's combat and movement, with ArenaNet's Colin Johanson taking on the game's direction. Other news includes Xbox's cloud gaming plans, Aion 2 lacking an Oceania server, Elder Scrolls Online's roadmap, and rumors of a StarCraft successor from Nexon and Blizzard.
The MOP Up: World of Warcraft’s doggo raises $1.3M for Habitat for Humanity
World of Warcraft successfully raised over $1.3 million for Habitat for Humanity through sales of the in-game pet Roofus. Blizzard donated 100% of the purchase price during the promotion. The article also rounds up other smaller MMO news, including updates for Pokémon Go, Myth of Empires, MapleStory, and Raven2, alongside announcements for RuneFest 2026 and delays for No Rest for the Wicked.
The Daily Grind: Is there anything you’re looking forward to during BlizzCon 2026?
This article poses a question to readers about what they are looking forward to at BlizzCon 2026, mentioning potential game announcements, esports, and cosplay. It also touches on the MMORPG genre and briefly mentions Chris Metzen.
World of Warcraft makes "different mistakes" each patch, but "that's to some extent inevitable, and a little bit our goal"
World of Warcraft Game Director Ion Hazzikostas and Associate Game Director Paul Kubit discuss the direction of the Midnight expansion and patch 12.1, Curse of Ula'tek. They acknowledge that mistakes are inevitable with large content rollouts and that the team learns from them, aiming for different errors in subsequent patches. The developers also touch on the importance of variety in content, future updates like Labyrinths, and express respect for the Final Fantasy XIV team.
September's schedule of new games, events, and updates refuses to let 2026 go down in history as a slow year for…
September 2026 is shaping up to be a busy month for PC gaming, featuring new releases like The Blood of Dawnwalker, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Control Resonant, alongside major updates for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered, Valheim, and RuneScape. The month also includes significant industry events such as PAX West, Blizzcon, and Tokyo Game Show.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Sept. 4: Steam PvE Survival Crafting Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam PvE Survival Crafting Fest, the Epic Games Store's End of Summer Sale with discounts on various titles, and bundles from Humble Bundle. Notable deals include free games on Amazon Luna and significant discounts on popular titles across multiple storefronts.
StarCraft’s Return: A Timeline Of The Rumors And Clues So Far
Rumors and clues suggest a potential return for the StarCraft franchise, possibly with a new game announcement at BlizzCon. Reports indicate Nexon may be developing a StarCraft sequel or shooter, while former Far Cry lead Dan Hay is also linked to a StarCraft project. The StarCraft website has also featured cryptic ARG-style transmissions hinting at future events.
World of Warcraft previews its new adventures coming in the 12.1.5 mid-point patch
World of Warcraft is previewing its upcoming 12.1.5 patch, which includes a new single-boss raid featuring Kith'ix, a megadungeon expansion of Delves, and new outdoor Aqir Invasions. Players can test these features on the public test server.
Blizzard is teasing something StarCraft related ahead of BlizzCon 2026
Blizzard Entertainment is teasing a StarCraft-related announcement ahead of BlizzCon 2026, with the official StarCraft website displaying a deliberate glitch effect. This comes amid rumors of a new entry in the real-time strategy series, which fans hope will be revealed during the event.
StarCraft’s website is glitching, possibly as a preamble to a big BlizzCon announcement
The StarCraft: Remastered website is exhibiting glitches and displaying secret messages, fueling speculation about a major announcement at the upcoming BlizzCon. Rumors suggest a potential open-world shooter set in the StarCraft universe, possibly developed in collaboration with Nexon, could be revealed, marking a possible revival for the neglected franchise.
A new Starcraft game at Blizzcon seems almost certain now - but what will it be?
Hints suggest a new Starcraft game will be revealed at BlizzCon, with the Starcraft Remastered website displaying cryptic messages and glitches pointing to future events. A gap in the BlizzCon schedule and reports of potential partnerships, possibly with Nexon for a 'Starcraft 3', further fuel speculation about a new RTS or potentially a first-person shooter.
