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StarCraft Devs Promise New Game Will Definitely Release in 2030
The developers of the new StarCraft game have stated that the title is planned for a 2030 release. They also provided insights into potential gameplay elements during an interview.
StarCraft: Everything we know so far about Blizzard's new open-world, story-driven shooter
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed a new StarCraft game, shifting from its traditional real-time strategy roots to an open-world, story-driven shooter. Set 70 years after StarCraft 2, the game was announced at BlizzCon 2026 with a cinematic trailer. While platforms and a specific release date are unconfirmed, it is expected to launch in 2030 for PC and Xbox, with PlayStation potentially included. Dan Hay, formerly of Far Cry 5, is leading the project.
StarCraft: Everything we know so far about Blizzard's new open-world, story-driven shooter
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a new StarCraft game, shifting from its traditional real-time strategy roots to an open-world, story-driven shooter. Set approximately 70 years after StarCraft 2, the game is slated for a 2030 release, with PC and Xbox confirmed as potential platforms. The project is led by Dan Hay, formerly of Far Cry 5.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony: Starcraft Returns, Diablo V Announced, Warcraft news and more
BlizzCon 2026 featured major announcements across Blizzard's franchises. StarCraft is returning as an open-world shooter in 2030, Diablo V is slated for Spring 2029 with Diablo IV receiving new content and a new class. Overwatch celebrates its 10th anniversary with new hero Doctrine and story updates. World of Warcraft continues The Worldsoul Saga with 'Eclipse' and 'The Last Titan', while Warcraft III: Reforged gets a new campaign and a new 'Forever' mode for World of Warcraft launches November 4, 2026. Hearthstone introduces a new Journal, 'Reign of the Black Empire' expansion, and the Monk class, while Heroes of the Storm adds Xal'atath.
StarCraft Open-World Shooter Announced For 2030
Blizzard Entertainment announced a new StarCraft game is set to release in 2030 and Diablo V in 2029. While details are scarce, the vague announcements have left fans eager but frustrated by the long wait.
Diablo 5 announced for 2029 as Diablo 4 hits Switch 2 next week
Blizzard Entertainment has announced Diablo 5 is slated for a 2029 release, with the narrative focusing on the fall of Sanctuary. In the interim, Diablo 4: Age of Hatred Collection will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 15, coinciding with the start of Diablo's 30th anniversary year and the Season of Hell. A Diablo animated series for Netflix was also revealed.
StarCraft returns in 2030 with an open-world shooter, the legendary Blizzard series' first new game in almost a…
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a new StarCraft game, set to release in 2030. This installment will be an open-world shooter, marking a significant departure from the series' traditional real-time strategy roots. The game is being led by former Far Cry lead Dan Hay.
BlizzCon 2026: Blizzard announces new open-world StarCraft shooter
Blizzard Entertainment announced at BlizzCon that StarCraft will be reimagined as an open-world shooter, set to launch in 2030. This announcement confirms long-standing rumors about the franchise's return. Director Dan Hay expressed that it was "about damn time" for a new entry.
New StarCraft game is an open world shooter coming in 2030
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a new StarCraft game, simply titled "StarCraft," which is an open-world shooter set for a 2030 release. The announcement was made at BlizzCon with a cinematic trailer focusing on Terran Space Marines and the Zerg, with no gameplay shown. This marks a significant departure from the series' traditional real-time strategy roots, with no RTS title currently announced.
StarCraft unveiled at BlizzCon 2026 with 2030 release window
Blizzard Entertainment has officially unveiled the next installment in the StarCraft series, simply titled StarCraft, at BlizzCon 2026. A new trailer was shown for the real-time strategy game, which is slated for a 2030 release.
StarCraft Is Officially Back, But It’s Taking A Much Different Form
Blizzard Entertainment has officially announced a new StarCraft game, which will be an open-world shooter rather than the traditional real-time strategy genre. Revealed at BlizzCon, the game is slated for a 2030 release and was met with a mixed reaction from the crowd. This marks the first new StarCraft title since StarCraft II concluded in 2015, though a stealth-action spin-off, StarCraft: Ghost, was canceled.
BlizzCon 2026: Liveblogging the opening ceremony and all of its reveals
BlizzCon 2026 is set to feature reveals for Blizzard Entertainment's major titles including World of Warcraft, Diablo, Hearthstone, and StarCraft. The opening ceremony will be liveblogged, with a notable mention of Blizzard's community manager Holly Longdale.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony: All The Biggest Announcements And Games
BlizzCon 2026 kicked off with an opening ceremony revealing new content for Blizzard Entertainment's major franchises. Heroes of the Storm will receive its first new hero in six years, Xal'atath, while a Diablo animated series is in development at Netflix. StarCraft is also set to return with a new open-world shooter.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony Live Blog: The Future of Warcraft and Diablo Set to Be Revealed Amid StarCraft Rumors
BlizzCon 2026's opening ceremony is expected to feature major announcements for Warcraft and Diablo, with rumors also suggesting news for StarCraft. The event will cover the future of Blizzard Entertainment's key franchises.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony live report – all the Blizzard news and announcements as they happen
Blizzard Entertainment's BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony is set to reveal upcoming news and announcements across its major franchises including Diablo, Overwatch, StarCraft, and Warcraft. The event, held on September 12, is particularly anticipated as a show of confidence following recent staff reductions at the company.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony live coverage and how to watch—what's next for Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo,…
BlizzCon 2026 has begun with its Opening Ceremony, featuring major announcements expected for Blizzard Entertainment's key franchises including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and Hearthstone. Rumors and prominent signage suggest a new StarCraft title, possibly an RTS or FPS, will be revealed, alongside potential news for World of Warcraft: Classic.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony live report - all the news and announcements as Blizzard's convention returns
BlizzCon 2026 is set to return with its opening ceremony, promising announcements for Blizzard Entertainment's major franchises. Expected reveals include a new StarCraft shooter, a "Classic Plus" version of World of Warcraft, and updates for Diablo 4 and Overwatch. The convention also takes place against the backdrop of recent industry layoffs by owner Microsoft.
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony: How to watch, start time, and what to expect
BlizzCon 2026 will take place from September 12-13, 2026, in Anaheim, California, and will be livestreamed for free on YouTube and Twitch. The event will feature reveals and panels for Blizzard's major franchises including Diablo, Overwatch, StarCraft, and Warcraft, with specific franchise channels also available for content.
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.
StarCraft Open-World Shooter Announced, But You’ll Have to Wait Until 2030
Blizzard Entertainment has officially confirmed a new StarCraft-based open-world shooter, led by Dan Hay of Far Cry fame, is in development with a planned release in 2030. A cinematic trailer was shown, hinting at a campaign and co-op modes, though no gameplay has been revealed.
