Heroes of the Storm
News, coverage and analysis tracking Heroes of the Storm across the outlets.- MMO Week in Review: EverQuest risingThis week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
- Not So Massively: Blizzard’s reckless experimentation on StarCraft II and Heroes of the StormThe article criticizes Blizzard Entertainment's recent balance patches for StarCraft II and Heroes of the Storm, suggesting reckless experimentation with minimal testing and communication. The author argues that these drastic changes, particularly to core mechanics, are detrimental to the games and their communities, drawing parallels between the two titles under Blizzard's classic games team.
Heroes of the Storm esports is back, but it's just for one dayBlizzard Entertainment is bringing back Heroes of the Storm esports for a special one-day event as part of the Blizzard Classic Cup at BlizzCon 2026. The event will feature a rerun of the 2018 HGC finale and include legacy matches for StarCraft, StarCraft 2, and Warcraft 3, alongside Overwatch World Cup and other Blizzard esports tournaments.
Warframe leads join fans mourning Destiny 2: "There is no Warframe without the legacy of Bungie games"Warframe's creative director Rebb Ford and design director Pablo Alonso have expressed sadness over the end of development for Destiny 2, acknowledging the legacy of Bungie's games. Despite Warframe predating Destiny, the two live-service looter-shooters have long been compared and shared players. Bungie has stated Destiny 2 will remain playable but will not receive further updates, leaving its future uncertain.
Diablo 2 players made nearly 2 million warlocks in a single monthBlizzard Entertainment's 26-year-old game Diablo 2 saw a surge in popularity following the addition of the warlock class in its first expansion in 25 years. Between February 11 and March 11, players created nearly 2 million warlocks and collectively played the expansion for over 93 million hours. Lead producer Matthew Cederquist noted the rapid player engagement with new builds and guides.- Heroes of the Storm and Hearthstone tackle balance, Overwatch features evil science in latest lore vidBlizzard Entertainment has released minor updates for several of its games. Heroes of the Storm received a balance patch for the Haunted Mines map and hero adjustments, while Hearthstone's patch focuses on class set impact, event cards, and Battlegrounds. Overwatch released a new lore video featuring the villainous scientist Moira.
Overwatch could be heading to Fortnite and Rocket League in unlikely collab, and I need a D.Va carRumors suggest a potential collaboration between Blizzard's Overwatch and Epic Games' Fortnite and Psyonix's Rocket League. Leaks indicate that Rocket League could receive vehicle skins and decals, while Fortnite might get an Overwatch-themed Porsche Macan and map changes resembling Overwatch locations like Hanamura. This would mark a significant departure for Overwatch's cross-IP presence beyond its own Blizzard titles.- Morning PatchesSeveral games have received updates, including ARC Raiders with Hotfix 1.26.1, Assetto Corsa Rally with Update 0.4, Heroes of the Storm with a live patch on April 20, 2026, and John Carpenter's Toxic Commando with Patch 1.6.
- Blizzard – toppar, floppar och omöjliga förväntningarBlizzard Entertainment has a storied history marked by both critical acclaim and fan disappointment, from the groundbreaking Warcraft, Diablo, and Starcraft series to the monumental success of World of Warcraft. Despite challenges with titles like Diablo 3 and Warcraft 3: Reforged, and a shift towards monetization, the company continues to be a significant force in the gaming industry, with its legacy often judged against its past triumphs.
- Tre guldkorn från Blizzards tidiga årThis article looks back at the early years of Blizzard Entertainment, when the company was known as Silicon & Synapse. It highlights three Super Nintendo Entertainment System titles: The Lost Vikings, Blackthorne, and Rock n' Roll Racing, showcasing Blizzard's early genre diversity and design philosophy before their major success with PC titles like Warcraft and World of Warcraft.
- Heroes of the Storm gets yet another patch that brings map updates, an Arthas rework, and a sweet mountHeroes of the Storm has received a new patch that includes several map updates, such as the return of Garden of Terror and Haunted Mines, along with adjustments to Warhead Junction's mechanics. The patch also introduces a new mount, reduced respawn timers, and a rework for the character Arthas.
Heroes of the Storm gets surprise Arthas rework and brings back an iconic map. 2026 is looking wildHeroes of the Storm has received a surprise major patch, reworking the character Arthas and bringing back the iconic Haunted Mines map. The patch includes adjustments to Arthas's abilities and talents, and the Haunted Mines map has received pacing adjustments with a reduced skull requirement for objective completion. The original Garden of Terror map is also back in custom games.
Blizzard Announces Overwatch Rush, a New Mobile Game Set in the Overwatch Universe — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesBlizzard Entertainment has announced Overwatch Rush, a new free-to-play mobile game set in the Overwatch universe. Developed by a separate team from the main Overwatch game, it will feature a top-down hero shooter perspective with mobile-centric controls and customization. The game is currently in early development with regional geo-tests available.
Top 28 Most Popular eSports Games of 2019This article ranks the top 28 most popular eSports games of 2019 based on player base, streaming viewership, and tournament prize pools. It provides brief descriptions and statistics for each game, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses within the competitive gaming scene.