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New StarCraft title to launch in 2030, will be an open-world FPS
Blizzard Entertainment announced at BlizzCon 2026 that the next StarCraft title will be an open-world first-person shooter, scheduled for release in 2030. This marks a significant departure from the franchise's real-time strategy roots. The game will feature a standalone story with a definitive ending, and Blizzard also revealed Diablo 5 for Spring 2029 and World of Warcraft: Forever.
Diablo 4 was basically an MMO, will Diablo 5 follow suit? Blizzard is being coy for now
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed details about Diablo 5, which is slated for a 2029 release. While senior game director Joe Shely confirmed it will support both solo and multiplayer modes, the specifics of its multiplayer structure, which may differ from Diablo 4's MMO-like approach, are yet to be detailed. The game will feature procedural generation for dungeons and the overworld, similar to Diablo 3.
Blizzard announces single-player StarCraft and Diablo 5 but there's bad news
Blizzard announced new installments for StarCraft and Diablo at BlizzCon 2026, but with distant release dates. The new StarCraft will be an open-world shooter focusing on single-player, targeting a 2030 launch, while Diablo 5 is set for Spring 2029. The company president stated these early announcements aim to convey confidence in future projects, despite Blizzard's history of delays.
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.
Blizzard Insists There Are 'Many Reasons to Keep Playing' Diablo 4 as Fans Debate End of Expansions and Diablo 5 in 2029
Blizzard Entertainment is asserting that Diablo 4 will continue to receive "bright support" despite community speculation following the announcement of no further expansions and the potential for Diablo 5 in 2029. Fans are debating the future of the game's content and its long-term viability.
Blizzard confirms no more Diablo 4 expansions from now until Diablo 5's release
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that Diablo 4 will not receive any further expansions before the release of Diablo 5, which is anticipated around 2029. Instead, the studio will focus on seasonal content for Diablo 4 to continue its narrative. Game director Brent Gibson stated that the story of Hatred has concluded, and the team is now focused on the story of Terror, with continuity being a key goal for future seasons.
Weekend Discussion - September 13, 2026
This Weekend Discussion article from Shacknews recaps the past weekend, mentioning ongoing playthroughs of Elden Ring and The Sims, and highlighting recent Shacknews articles. It also features a list of songs and mentions staff writer Sam Chandler.
Diablo 5 will fully support multiplayer, but Blizzard won't say how similar to Diablo 4 it'll be
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that Diablo 5 will feature full multiplayer support, allowing players to team up with friends for all content, similar to Diablo 4. While specific details on how multiplayer will be integrated, especially in the procedurally generated overworld and dungeons, remain undisclosed and will be revealed closer to its estimated 2029 release, the company plans to share regular development updates starting next year.
Diablo 5's narrative lead is a BioWare vet who says the new caravan system gives the ARPG the "best elements of traditional RPGs" like Dragon Age and Baldur's Gate
Diablo 5 will feature a new caravan system instead of traditional towns, inspired by BioWare veteran Jennifer Hepler's experience with games like Dragon Age and Baldur's Gate. Hepler, Diablo 5's narrative director, stated this system brings traditional RPG elements to the ARPG formula, allowing interaction with followers who have personalities.
Diablo 4 Won’t Get Any More Expansions Before Diablo 5’s 2029 Release
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that Diablo 4 will not receive further expansions before the anticipated 2029 release of Diablo 5. Game director Brent Gibson stated the team is focusing on seasonal content for Diablo 4 and development for Diablo 5, aiming to conclude the 'Story of Hatred' with the upcoming Lord of Hatred expansion. The company plans to support Diablo 4 with seasonal updates for a long time, even after Diablo 5 launches.
Diablo 5 Will Support Multiplayer, Return of Diablo 4’s MMO Features is Unknown
Diablo 5 will feature multiplayer options, allowing players to tackle content solo or with friends, similar to Diablo 4. However, the extent of MMO-like features, such as meeting other players in the world or world events, remains unconfirmed and will be revealed closer to its 2029 release. The game will feature a procedurally generated overworld and will not include towns as hubs, differing from Diablo 4.
Diablo 5 Director Confirms Game is Already in Full Production
Diablo 5 is officially in full production and is slated for a 2029 release. Game Director Joe Shely confirmed the sequel will introduce more character classes, procedural worlds, and advance the story 100 years into the future.
"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.
StarCraft, Diablo 5 and WoW Forever Define BlizzCon 2026
Blizzard Entertainment unveiled a significant lineup of new games and updates at BlizzCon 2026, including a new StarCraft open-world shooter targeting 2030 and Diablo 5 for 2029. World of Warcraft Forever, a remastered version of the original game, will launch November 4. The event also featured new content for Diablo 4, Overwatch, Warcraft 3, Hearthstone, and Heroes of the Storm, alongside a Diablo animated series.
Diablo 4’s Expansion Days Are Over
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that Diablo 4 will not receive further expansions, with the company shifting its focus to the newly revealed Diablo 5, slated for Spring 2029. While Diablo 4 will continue to receive seasonal content, director Brent Gibson confirmed that the 'story of Hatred' has concluded with the Lord of Hatred expansion, and the team is now looking towards Diablo 5. Diablo 4's upcoming Season 15, Hell's Legacy, will begin September 15.
Diablo 5’s Revealed Classes Are Throwbacks To Diablo 3, With One Exception
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed three playable classes for Diablo 5, slated for a Spring 2029 release. The Monk and Demon Hunter return from Diablo 3, joined by a new class, the Plague Knight. The game will feature a procedural world where players manage a wandering caravan and will incorporate elements reminiscent of Diablo 2, such as item inventory management and runewords.
After announcing StarCraft and Diablo 5 years in advance, Blizzard president promises "to ship, and ship big, and…
Blizzard Entertainment president Johanna Faries expressed confidence in the long-term development of StarCraft and Diablo 5, despite their distant release windows of 2030 and 2029 respectively. Faries stated the company's commitment to shipping games on time and emphasized preserving Blizzard's unique culture amidst Microsoft's ownership and recent layoffs.
Diablo 4's new season brings back Deckard Cain and all three Prime Evils as the game arrives on Switch 2
Diablo 4's upcoming Season of Hell's Legacy, launching September 15th, will celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary and mark the game's debut on the Nintendo Switch 2. The season features the return of Deckard Cain and the Prime Evils Diablo, Baal, and Mephisto, alongside new Legacy Uniques and challenges. Diablo 4, including its expansions, will be available on Nintendo Switch 2 on the same day.
The World of Warcraft "Classic+" rumours were true and it's called World of Warcraft: Forever
Blizzard Entertainment has officially confirmed World of Warcraft: Forever, a new "Classic+" experience set to launch on November 4th. Beta access begins September 17th for pre-purchasers of upgrade packs. The game will be included with an existing World of Warcraft subscription and features new zones, quests, dungeons, raids, and playable races, set between existing lore points.
StarCraft is back, but it's not the RTS you remember - it's an open-world shooter coming spring 2030
Blizzard Entertainment announced a new StarCraft game at BlizzCon 2026, set to launch in spring 2030. This installment will be an open-world shooter, a departure from the series' traditional real-time strategy roots. The announcement was accompanied by a cinematic trailer, and the game is currently only showing an Xbox logo, suggesting exclusivity.
