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Blizzard Was “Top-Performing” Studio at Xbox in Q4 FY26 – Rumor
A report suggests Blizzard Entertainment was the top-performing studio at Xbox in Q4 FY26, with Blizzard president Johanna Faries congratulating staff on growth and record fiscal performance. This success, driven by Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred and Overwatch, contrasts with Xbox's overall revenue decline and recent layoffs.
Blizzard Reportedly Leads Xbox as 'Top-Performing' Studio Thanks to Overwatch and Diablo
Blizzard Entertainment is reportedly Microsoft's top-performing studio, largely due to the success of Overwatch and Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred. This indicates strong performance within the Xbox gaming division.
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred and Overwatch's resurgence reportedly drove Blizzard to its "first back-to-back years…
Blizzard Entertainment is reportedly Xbox's top-performing studio, experiencing its first back-to-back years of growth in nearly a decade, largely driven by Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred and a resurgence in Overwatch. Blizzard President Johanna Faries indicated that the company achieved its third-highest revenue in history, with Overwatch having its strongest quarter since 2022.
Blizzard is now reportedly Microsoft's top studio, according to leaked email
A leaked email reveals that Blizzard Entertainment was Microsoft's top-performing studio within the Xbox division for fiscal year 2026, driven by strong revenue from Diablo 4 and Overwatch. Despite industry-wide layoffs and ongoing protests, Blizzard achieved significant growth, with Overwatch experiencing its best quarter since 2022. The company is reportedly preparing for Blizzcon 2026 with potential new game announcements.
Deadlock isn't even 'out' yet, but Valve's new game is a true monster in the making
Despite not being officially released, Valve's new game Deadlock is already attracting significant player numbers on Steam, with daily highs of 75,000 players. This hero shooter MOBA hybrid, set in an alternate-history New York, blends elements of games like Overwatch and Dota 2 with a unique aesthetic and third-person shooter mechanics. The game is currently in early development with limited access, but its engaging gameplay, diverse hero roster, and approachable design suggest it's poised for major success upon its full launch.
Blizzard Had Its Third-Best Year Ever as Xbox Struggled
Blizzard Entertainment achieved its third-best year in 2026, driven by the success of Overwatch and Diablo 4. This contrasts with Xbox's struggles, which were marked by significant layoffs and an ongoing restructuring.
We thought we wouldn't write about Overwatch characters anymore but D.Mon looks too sick not to
The article discusses the character design of a new Overwatch hero, D.Mon, noting similarities to D.Va and Reinhardt. The author expresses excitement about the character's appearance, suggesting it's too compelling to ignore despite a previous intention to stop writing about Overwatch characters.
Midday Multiplex
This article rounds up recent official trailers for several games, including Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Overwatch's D.Mon Hero Trailer. It also briefly mentions low-budget repairs.
Overwatch's new mech hero is the sword-and-board sequel to D.Va, except her code isn't 'a plate of…
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed D.Mon, a new mech hero for Overwatch, set to debut in season 4. Unlike D.Va, D.Mon is designed as a single entity, simplifying development and maintenance. She features an energy sword and shield, functioning as a tank with a dash ability and a powerful ultimate called Limit Break.
Overwatch’s newest tank D.Mon gets an action-packed anime trailer
Blizzard Entertainment has introduced D.Mon, the 53rd hero and latest tank character for Overwatch, set to debut in Season 4 on August 11th. An anime trailer showcases D.Mon piloting her mech, Beast, and fighting alongside the MEKA Squad against Wrecking Ball and the Junkers.
Overwatch and World of Warcraft composer Adam Burgess departs Blizzard after 11 years
Adam Burgess, a composer for Blizzard Entertainment's games including Diablo, Overwatch, and World of Warcraft, has announced his departure after more than 11 years. Burgess led the music team for Overwatch and Overwatch 2 and expressed gratitude for his creative career at the company.
Forget dual mode, AOC's latest curved gaming monitor can switch between three resolution and refresh rate combos
AOC has released the GAMING CQ32G4ZA, a 31.5-inch curved gaming monitor featuring three distinct resolution and refresh rate combinations: 1440p at 260Hz, 1080p at 360Hz, and 720p at 500Hz. This monitor is designed to offer competitive players flexibility, allowing them to achieve high frame rates even with lower-end GPUs. Priced at £239, it also includes a 1500R curve, 1ms GtG response time, and VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification.
Marvel Rivals is gearing up for season 9.5 with major Vanguard adjustments alongside a teaser for its next hero, The…
Marvel Rivals is launching its season 9.5 update today, which includes significant balance adjustments for Vanguard characters and introduces the new hero, The Hood, on August 7. The update buffs characters like Devil Dinosaur, Doctor Strange, Magneto, and Rogue, while nerfing Venom and Peni Parker. The Hood's design draws comparisons to the Gun Devil from Chainsaw Man, and his abilities share similarities with other Marvel Rivals heroes and Overwatch characters.
If you bounced off Baldur's Gate 3: now is the time to try again
This article discusses the author's initial negative experience with Baldur's Gate 3, citing its complexity and D&D jargon. After a second playthrough, influenced by watching cast members play D&D, the author found a deeper appreciation for the game's freedom, character depth, and its impact on popular culture and video game acting.
Roadmaps and Plans
This article provides updates on several games, including map reworks for Overwatch in the OWCS MSC 2026 season, a Q&A with the director and producer of Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, and planned changes for EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Team. It covers various aspects of game development roadmaps and future plans.
Three Overwatch maps are getting a huge rework, and they're coming sooner than you think
Blizzard Entertainment is reworking three Overwatch maps: Busan, Eichenwalde, and Paraíso, with the changes set to arrive in Season 4. Game Producer Ren Soanes stated that player feedback and alleviating pain points were key factors in the redesigns, which also aim to support major story beats. The reworks focus on adjusting layouts to be more attacker-friendly and reduce choke points.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, with Edwin playing Troubleshooter: Abandoned Children and Darkwood, while Mark might revisit Skyrim. Others are playing Helldivers 2, Hunt: Showdown, or an unannounced embargoed game. James is trying the train-based bullet hell shooter Song of Morus: Limbo Express.
Overwatch's 6v6 experiments continue with a new test mode and a big healing buff
Blizzard Entertainment is testing a new 6v6 format for Overwatch called Quick Play: Hacked, which defaults to a 2-2-2 composition but can adjust to 1-3-2 if matchmaking struggles. The update also includes significant balance changes, such as reducing the in-combat healing penalty and adjusting various hero passives and cooldowns to better suit the 6v6 format.
Has 'Xbox 360 brown' nostalgia finally arrived?
The article discusses the potential return of 'Xbox 360 brown,' a trend characterized by desaturated colors and gritty themes that emerged in the mid-2000s. While acknowledging that current games like Gears of War: E-Day still incorporate this aesthetic, the author suggests a full revival is unlikely but a moderate comeback of low-saturation grime could be a natural evolution following current trends like PS1-style low-poly models.
Blizzard avtäcker sina kosmetiska Blizzcon-paket
Blizzard Entertainment will host BlizzCon on September 12-13, 2024, and will livestream the event for free. Instead of digital tickets, the company is selling cosmetic bundles for games like World of Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo 4, with prices ranging from $25 to $50.