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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.
Blizzard must now 'discuss, evaluate, and bargain' its AI usage with its developers
Blizzard Entertainment's union, in partnership with the Communications Workers of America, has secured a new contract that requires the company to discuss and bargain over the implementation of generative AI in the workplace. This landmark agreement, impacting around 1900 workers, also includes wage increases, job protections, and enhanced severance for layoffs, offering a significant victory for labor rights in the gaming industry.
Almost 1,900 Blizzard workers ratify first union contract with Microsoft
Blizzard Entertainment employees, represented by newly formed unions, have ratified their first collective bargaining agreement with parent company Microsoft. The contract, lasting four to five years, includes protections for generative AI use, crediting, remote work, and layoffs, establishing a 60-day notice period for job cuts and 14 months of recall rights. Meanwhile, Activision's subsidiary King has rejected a collective bargaining agreement with Swedish trade unions.
Almost 1,900 Blizzard workers vote through a "historic" union contract securing protections against layoffs and gen-AI
Approximately 1,900 unionized workers at Blizzard Entertainment have ratified their first contract, securing protections against layoffs and mandating bargaining over the use of generative AI. This historic agreement provides enhanced severance and recall rights for employees across multiple game teams, including World of Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo.
Unionised Blizzard workers vote through contract giving them a say on genAI adoption and protection against layoffs
Unionized Blizzard Entertainment workers have ratified a new contract that requires the company to negotiate with them over the use of generative AI tools and provides protections against layoffs. The contract covers approximately 1900 staff and includes provisions for recall rights for laid-off employees and additional severance pay. This development occurs amidst ongoing workforce reductions at Microsoft's gaming division.
"It's a new day at Blizzard": Union wins historic contract protecting 1,900 World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, and more workers as Microsoft plans another 1,600 layoffs
Blizzard Entertainment union members, represented by the CWA, have secured a new contract covering 1,900 workers across titles like World of Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch. The agreement includes strong protections against layoffs and mandates negotiation over the use of AI in game development. This comes as parent company Microsoft plans further layoffs across Xbox.
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.
Tarae: The Unbound Developers Hope Its East Asia Folklore Aesthetic Sets It Apart From Western Medieval Action RPGs Like Diablo
Developers of the South Korean action RPG Tarae: The Unbound aim to differentiate their game from Western titles like Diablo by focusing on an East Asian folklore aesthetic. They believe this unique theme will set their game apart in the genre.
BlizzCon 2026 Preview: We’re So Back! | Official XBOX Podcast
The Official Xbox Podcast features a preview of BlizzCon 2026, with Blizzard's Senior Director of Global Events, Kiersten Crissman, detailing the upcoming event. BlizzCon 2026 will take place on September 12th and 13th in Anaheim, offering both in-person and online experiences with expanded programming, larger venues, and returning fan favorites like the Darkmoon Faire and Hearthstone Tavern. The event will also heavily feature esports competitions, including the Overwatch World Cup, and will be free to watch via livestream on official Blizzard channels.
No Rest for the Wicked 1.0 has been delayed: "We're close, but close isn't good enough"
Moon Studios has announced a delay for No Rest for the Wicked 1.0, pushing its release from October 2026 to March 2027 to ensure a higher standard of polish. The developer cited the need for extra time to improve performance, refine the class system, and fix bugs. The team plans to conduct further closed and open beta tests, including a final open PTR in December, to involve the community in shaping the full release.
This New Roguelike Wants To Make Its Difficulty More Welcoming
Dlala Studios' upcoming roguelike, Murals, aims to offer a more welcoming experience by featuring customizable difficulty settings, prioritizing player fun over punishment. The game fuses dark fairy tales with fast-paced combat inspired by titles like Hades, Doom, and Diablo, and will launch for PC in 2027.
"People stopped making games like this": Former Path of Exile boss sticks up for one of the most underrated…
Former Path of Exile boss Chris Wilson praises Legend of Grimrock as a revival of classic dungeon crawler mechanics that have fallen out of vogue. He laments that games like this are no longer commonly made, with the genre's popularity waning after the advent of full 3D environments and titles like Doom and Diablo.
Rumor: Xbox is considering TV adaptations of World of Warcraft, Elder Scrolls, and more
Xbox is reportedly in talks with Netflix, Paramount, and Universal to develop TV adaptations for several Microsoft-owned video game franchises, including Elder Scrolls, World of Warcraft, and Diablo. A new Halo adaptation is also being discussed, following the success of the recent Fallout series.
The MOP Up: Hearthstone hosts Azeroth’s Most Wanted
Hearthstone's Patch 36.4 introduces new Class Sets, an Arena season, and event rewards. This roundup also covers updates and events from various other games including No Man's Sky, Grim Dawn, ARC Raiders, Diablo, and Myth of Empires: Throne. Ubisoft is forming a player council for testing, and Thatgamecompany is expanding its publishing efforts.
All the key details on HoYo's co-op monster slayer Nodusfall
HoYoverse's upcoming co-op action RPG, Nodusfall, is set to feature dark fantasy elements and monster hunting gameplay, drawing comparisons to Elden Ring and Monster Hunter. The game will not feature character gacha mechanics, with all characters obtained through story progression, though cosmetic monetization is being considered. Nodusfall is being developed using Unreal Engine 5 and is expected to launch after Petit Planet and Honkai: Nexus Anima, potentially in 2028.
Xbox is reportedly pitching movie and TV adaptations for "more than a dozen games" – including Elder…
Xbox is reportedly pitching movie and TV adaptation rights for over a dozen of its games, including Halo, The Elder Scrolls, World of Warcraft, and Diablo, to major streamers like Netflix, Paramount, and Universal. Microsoft is seeking around $300 million for potential deals, aiming to capitalize on the current trend of successful video game adaptations in Hollywood.
Tarae: The Unbound is an 'Eastern dark fantasy' action RPG, and I for one am here for K-Diablo
Tarae: The Unbound is an upcoming Eastern dark fantasy action RPG developed by Boundary and published by Krafton, aiming to bring a fresh aesthetic to the genre. The game draws inspiration from East Asian myth and folklore, featuring unique enemy designs and combat mechanics based on elemental balance and reincarnation. While it does not have a release date, it is available to wishlist on Steam.
Fourteen Years On, Diablo 3 Remains the Best Diablo — and Nothing Will Change My Mind
Fourteen years after its release, Diablo 3 remains the best entry in the franchise due to its accessible gameplay, fluid build system, and polished combat. While Diablo 2 is often praised for its mood and Diablo 4 for its recency, Diablo 3 offers a more enjoyable and less hardcore experience, especially with its excellent console local co-op implementation.
Ranking the 12 Greatest Blizzard Games of All Time
This article ranks the 12 greatest games developed by Blizzard Entertainment, highlighting titles like Starcraft, Diablo 2, and Overwatch for their lasting impact and innovative gameplay. It discusses Blizzard's history of creating enduring titles, many of which utilize live service models and continue to receive expansions and updates.
Blizzard announces a long list of BlizzCon luminaries including T-Pain, YOASOBI, and Simu Liu
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a lineup of celebrity guests and performers for BlizzCon, including T-Pain, Simu Liu, YOASOBI, LE SSERAFIM, deadmau5, Duke Dennis, and Khleo Thomas. The event will feature musical performances by LE SSERAFIM and YOASOBI, T-Pain's involvement with the Overwatch World Cup, and Simu Liu participating in StarCraft II. BlizzCon is scheduled for September 12th and 13th in Anaheim.
