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Massively Overthinking: Does the MMORPG genre have a nostalgia problem?
This article discusses whether the MMORPG genre suffers from a nostalgia problem, with various writers debating the trend of classic servers and re-releases. While some see it as a financial crutch or a sign of stagnation, others view it as a valid form of game preservation or a necessary move in a risk-averse industry. The discussion highlights differing player attitudes and the potential for these throwback experiences to coexist with innovation.
Diablo 5 is Blizzard's darkest ARPG yet, and that's the best way to honor the game that changed my life 30…
Blizzard announced Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026, slated for a 2029 release. The game aims to be the darkest entry in the series, returning to the horror roots of the original Diablo to honor its 30th anniversary. Senior game director Joe Shely stated that the game's premise involves Sanctuary being destroyed and Diablo winning, with few survivors enslaved or turned into demonic followers.
Diablo 4's anniversary event brings back the game's most iconic location, and boy that music is sending me
Diablo 4's anniversary event brings back the iconic village of Tristram from the original Diablo, featuring faithful recreations of its layout, characters, and music. The event also includes Uber Tristram, a challenging zone from Diablo 2: Lord of Destruction, offering the Hellfire Torch reward. Blizzard is leveraging nostalgia to celebrate the series' 30th anniversary, with future seasons focusing on storytelling to set up Diablo 5.
Diablo 4's most nostalgic new secret is about to make all your builds stronger
A hidden questline has been discovered in Diablo 4 that references classic elements from Diablo 2 and Diablo 3, including Wirt and Deckard Cain. Players can collect Prime Evil Splinters, craft Wirt's Lucky Coins, and find Deckard Cain's Journals to access a portal to the Echo of Tristram. Defeating Diablo, Baal, and Mephisto there rewards players with powerful loot, including the Hellfire Torch charm which significantly boosts all stats and resistances.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 only makes minor changes to its ARPG formula, but they're welcome ones nonetheless
Minecraft Dungeons 2 introduces an open-world map and increased build customization options, offering more freedom and replayability than its predecessor. While core gameplay remains similar, quality-of-life improvements like flexible enchantment application and expanded combat slots make the sequel more rewarding. The game aims for accessibility for all ages and skill levels, though on-screen chaos during combat can be a minor issue.
Blizzard Boss On Why Diablo Is Becoming A TV Show And How Involved The Studio Will Be
Blizzard Entertainment announced a partnership with Netflix for an animated Diablo TV show, aiming to engage fans who may not have time for the games. President Johanna Faries stated the studio will be "very involved" in the adaptation, which is part of an effort to meet fans where they are through new storytelling forms. While details on the show are scarce, this follows Blizzard's previous Hollywood venture with the 2016 Warcraft movie.
"A dried husk of a product": former Doom producer berates Microsoft for making Halo a "mid-tier" game and mourns the "financialisation" of AAA
Former Doom producer Andrew Willis criticizes Microsoft's management of franchises like Halo, arguing that the "financialisation" of AAA game development leads to a "dried husk of a product" and brand exhaustion. He contrasts this with Nintendo's perceived brand protection strategy and laments the displacement of creatives by executives focused on short-term gains.
The Daily Grind: Do you wish that Blizzard had made a StarCraft MMO?
This article discusses the possibility and player appetite for a StarCraft MMORPG, contrasting it with the upcoming StarCraft open-world shooter. It questions whether the StarCraft franchise would translate well to the MMO genre and if such a project could still happen in the future.
Snabbkollen: Vilken seriejätte har bäst spel?
This article compares the video game output of Marvel and DC, ultimately concluding that Marvel has delivered better games. It highlights Marvel's Wolverine as a strong recent example, while also mentioning other titles like NHL 27, Moonlighter 2, and Batman.
Login errors delay Diablo 4's big new Season of Hell's Legacy anniversary update
The launch of Diablo 4's Season of Hell's Legacy was significantly delayed due to widespread login errors, impacting players across multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles, as well as the new Nintendo Switch release. Blizzard Entertainment acknowledged the issues and worked to resolve them, with the season eventually going live over six hours late, though some features were temporarily disabled.
Experiencing BlizzCon 2026 and the returns of Starcraft, Diablo, and Warcraft
Blizzard Entertainment celebrated the return of BlizzCon with numerous announcements, including World of Warcraft: Forever, a new Starcraft open-world shooter, Diablo 5, and updates for Warcraft 3 and Overwatch. The event also highlighted the company's integration as a Microsoft subsidiary and celebrated anniversaries for Overwatch and Diablo.
Diablo 4 player discovers secret Diablo 2 easter egg in its new throwback season and now everyone is wondering what else…
A Diablo 4 player has discovered a secret Diablo 2 easter egg within the game's new 'Season of Hell's Legacy', which celebrates the series' 30th anniversary. The player found that specific runes and a low-quality chestpiece could be combined in the Horadric Cube to craft the 'Stealth' unique item from Diablo 2, a feature not officially announced by Blizzard Entertainment.
Diablo Discussion w/Devs: Diablo V, Season of Hell’s Legacy, and The Amazon | Official XBOX Podcast
Developers from Blizzard Entertainment discuss major Diablo announcements at BlizzCon, including Diablo V, Season 15 of Diablo IV, and the upcoming Amazon class. The team highlights the game's evolution, player reception, and the creative process behind new content and future installments.
Everything we've gleaned about Diablo 5 since its BlizzCon 2026 reveal - a game that appears to be much more than Diablo 4.5
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed details for Diablo 5, scheduled for a spring 2029 release, indicating it will be a significant departure from Diablo 4. Set a century after Diablo 4, the game features a world fully conquered by Diablo, a more compact, procedurally generated landscape, and a focus on story-driven RPG elements with companions serving as vendors. The game will reintroduce features like Runewords and gear sets inspired by Diablo 2, and aims to offer more classes at launch than previous titles.
Diablo 5 Isn’t Reinventing The Combat Wheel, It’s Making It Spin Even Faster
Blizzard Entertainment executive producer Matt Zitterman stated that Diablo 5 will not reinvent the combat wheel but will focus on enhancing the visceral, action-forward gameplay established in previous titles. The game aims to incorporate beloved elements from Diablo 2, Diablo 3, and Diablo 4, offering a familiar yet fresh experience for fans. Diablo 5 is slated for a 2029 release on PC and will feature new character classes.
Blizzard say Battle.net isn't looking to fight Steam and Epic for supermassive storefront supremacy, despite recently nabbing The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077
Blizzard Entertainment's Battle.net storefront is not aiming to compete with Steam or the Epic Games Store for sheer volume of games. Instead, senior vice president Andrew Guerrero stated that Battle.net will maintain a focused approach, curating a selection of high-quality titles that appeal to their core audience, including recent additions like The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077.
Diablo 5: Everything you need to know about the next era of Diablo
Blizzard Entertainment has officially announced Diablo 5, slated for a Spring 2029 release, aiming to usher in a new era for the franchise. The game will feature a post-apocalyptic Sanctuary where Diablo has already won, with procedural landscapes and a new class called the Plague Knight. Development is in its early stages, with Blizzard planning to involve the community throughout the process.
Blizzard explains why it's revealing StarCraft and Diablo 5 release dates so far away: "We want to convey confidence in some of our biggest bets"
Blizzard Entertainment has announced release dates for Diablo 5 (spring 2029) and a new StarCraft open-world shooter (2030), a departure from their usual 'done when it's done' approach. President Johanna Faries stated this is to "convey confidence in some of our biggest bets." The company also revealed World of Warcraft: Forever, a Diablo Netflix series, and other updates, amidst ongoing Microsoft layoffs.
"Almost all of Diablo 1" has been recreated in a new Diablo 4 activity taking you from Tristram Cathedral all…
Diablo 4's Season of Hell's Legacy will feature 'Waking Nightmares,' activities recreating iconic moments from previous Diablo games, including almost all of Diablo 1. This season celebrates the series' history, with Blizzard also discussing the future of Diablo 5, slated for 2029.
Our World of Warcraft Forever hype is dampened by $30 elves: New Skyborne race locked behind expansion-tier purchase
The upcoming World of Warcraft: The War Within expansion includes the new Skyborne Elf race and its starter zone behind a $30 "Skyborne Hero Pack" purchase, separate from the main expansion cost. This pricing is criticized as being high, comparable to an expansion pack itself, and contrasts with the value offered by other new games and the inclusion of most other content within the standard subscription.
