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Blizzard Legend Rob Pardo Drops Truth Bomb on Gaming’s Layoff Epidemic at GDC
Blizzard veteran Rob Pardo delivered a keynote at GDC 2026, urging game industry executives to cease the wave of layoffs. Pardo emphasized that development teams are more valuable than the games themselves, highlighting the human cost of prioritizing profits over people. He called for a more sustainable, human-centered approach to studio management.
Massively Overthinking: The nine games portrait of you
This article features Massively OP staff members sharing their personal lists of nine core video games that have shaped them. Contributors discuss foundational titles, franchise representations, and personal favorites across various genres, including MMOs, JRPGs, and action RPGs, reflecting on their impact on their gaming identities and creative work.
Diablo Immortal’s creepy The Taking quest arrives in tomorrow’s 4.3 update – here are the patch notes
Diablo Immortal's 4.3 update, titled 'The Taking,' arrives tomorrow, March 19th, introducing a new questline with a content warning for self-harm depictions. The update also includes the new Rocky Waste zone, battleground map updates, new games, a PvP tournament, wing customization, balance adjustments, and limited-time events. Blizzard also released a lore excerpt from the Dawn of Hatred comic series.
Diablo: Dawn of Hatred Expands the Lore of Sanctuary - IGN
Blizzard Entertainment is expanding the Diablo universe with a new four-issue comic book series titled Diablo: Dawn of Hatred, published by Titan Comics. The series, written by Cullen Bunn and drawn by Daniele Serra, will explore the mythology of Sanctuary and is set to release its first issue on April 22, 2026. This announcement follows Blizzard's recent 30th-anniversary spotlight for the Diablo franchise, which revealed the Warlock class coming to Diablo 2: Resurrected and Diablo IV.
"You're not doing parkour off a roof, but the principles were the same": How the makers of Firewatch pulled from Mirror's Edge, Far Cry 2, and Bioshock to tell a new kind of story in a walking simulator
Campo Santo developers discuss the inspirations behind their narrative exploration game Firewatch, drawing from titles like Mirror's Edge, Far Cry 2, and Bioshock. The team focused on creating a grounded, human-scale story with reactive gameplay elements and a strong sense of place, influenced by their camping trip to Yosemite National Park.
Dragonkin: The Banished | Fortress of Solitude Review - A Diablo ARPG Clone That Shows Promise
Dragonkin: The Banished is an Action RPG that, while rough around the edges, shows promise for fans of the genre. It aims to emulate the success of Diablo but does not quite reach its standard.
Blizzard veteran Rob Pardo says 'love' is the most important development milestone
Blizzard veteran Rob Pardo stated that a team's 'love' for the game they are developing is the most crucial milestone for success. He explained that when developers become more invested in playing and improving their own game than anything else, it signals a project's potential for widespread player appeal.
Phil Spencer Was Good for Xbox, but His Legacy Is Complicated - IGN
Phil Spencer is retiring after 38 years with Microsoft, concluding a 12-year tenure as Head of Xbox. His legacy is viewed as complicated, with shareholders seeing massive stock growth while some hardcore gamers point to increased subscription prices, fewer exclusives, and studio closures. Despite these criticisms, the article argues Spencer was a net positive, crediting him with saving Xbox during the Xbox One era, championing features like backwards compatibility and cross-play, and building a strong portfolio of studios and games.
Tabletop gaming saved videogame RPGs
Tabletop gaming mechanics have significantly influenced the evolution of video game RPGs, leading to greater player agency and more creative combat systems. Games like Disco Elysium and Baldur's Gate 3 demonstrate this trend, offering deep role-playing experiences that owe a debt to tabletop origins. This approach is proving successful for both large and small studios, revitalizing the genre.
You can literally become The Butcher in next week’s Diablo IV’s Season of Slaughter
Diablo IV's Season of Slaughter launches March 11, introducing the ability to play as the iconic villain The Butcher. The season also includes new quests, events like Helltide and Fields of Hatred, a Killstreak system, and a collaboration with DOOM. A trial for the Paladin class is available up to level 25 for players who haven't purchased the expansion.
March Into the Cloud With 15 New Games Coming to GeForce NOW
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service is adding 15 new games in March, including Crimson Desert and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. The month's lineup features a variety of genres and new releases, with more titles to be announced throughout the month. Several games from February have also been added to the library.
In spite of popular Steam demo, co-op ARPG Darkhaven’s Kickstarter hasn’t funded with two weeks to go
The co-op dark fantasy ARPG Darkhaven, developed by Moon Beast, has not met its $500,000 Kickstarter goal with two weeks remaining, having secured only $300,000. Despite a popular demo on Steam and developers from Diablo and Torchlight, the campaign is struggling. The studio has added new perks to incentivize backers.
Former Blizzard CCO and Bonfire CEO Rob Pardo to present keynote address at GDC Festival of Gaming
Rob Pardo, former Chief Creative Officer at Blizzard Entertainment and current manager at Bonfire Studios, will deliver a keynote address titled "An Odyssey in Building Games That Last" at the GDC Festival of Gaming. The presentation will cover his decades of experience in the industry, including his work on StarCraft, World of Warcraft, and Diablo, and his approach to game development at Bonfire Studios.
Influential Game Designer Rob Pardo Hosting GDC Festival of Gaming March 12
Influential game designer Rob Pardo will deliver a keynote titled “An Odyssey in Building Games That Last” at the GDC Festival of Gaming on March 12. Pardo, known for his work on StarCraft, World of Warcraft, and Diablo, will reflect on his career and discuss his current project, Arkheron, with Bonfire Studios. The GDC Festival of Gaming runs from March 9-13 in San Francisco.
Control Resonant is far more of an RPG than I expected, complete with talent trees, stats screens, and build-crafting that wouldn't feel out of place in a Diablo game
Control Resonant is shaping up to be a significant departure from its predecessor, leaning heavily into RPG mechanics with extensive talent trees, stats screens, and build-crafting systems reminiscent of Diablo. Players will customize their character Dylan's abilities and weapon forms to specialize in different combat styles, ranging from fast assassins to powerful wrecking balls or summoner builds.
Every Video Game Showcase To Watch In 2026
This guide lists upcoming video game showcases and digital events scheduled for 2026, including major publisher presentations and indie-focused livestreams. It provides dates, times, and platforms for events like Summer Game Fest, The Game Awards, and various developer directs from companies such as Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo.
Complete Guide to Immortal’s 2026 Roadmap, Warlock Class, and Lut Gholein’s Return – Expert Game Reviews
Blizzard Entertainment detailed Diablo Immortal's 2026 roadmap during its 30th Anniversary Spotlight, introducing the Warlock class in June 2026, the return of Lut Gholein, and Andariel as the primary antagonist. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements, a new equalized PvP Battleground event, and narrative content bridging Diablo 2 and Diablo 3. Players can redeem the promo code EASTGATE for anniversary rewards.
Phil Spencer to Retire as Microsoft Gaming CEO, Xbox President Sarah Bond Resigns — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer and Xbox President Sarah Bond are stepping down, with Asha Sharma appointed as the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming. Satya Nadella's internal email highlights Sharma's experience in scaling services and platforms, and Matt Booty will serve as Executive Vice President and Chief Content Officer, emphasizing a focus on great games and the future of play with AI integration.
All About the Games: Play Over 4,500 Titles With GeForce NOW
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service is celebrating its anniversary by highlighting its extensive library of over 4,500 supported titles, including 12 new additions this week. The service integrates with popular PC game stores like Steam and Epic Games Store, offering instant access to games without downloads. New content includes seasons for Battlefield 6 and the stealth game Styx: Blades of Greed, alongside several other new releases.
Diablo 4 Season 8: Belial's Return - Everything You Need to Know
Diablo 4 Season 8, titled "Belial's Return," is set to launch on April 29, 2025, introducing Belial as the main antagonist. The season will feature new characters, a revamped storyline, the ability to harness Boss Powers from defeated enemies, and the new Apparition Incursion event. Additionally, Lair Bosses have been reworked, and new Legendary and Unique items, along with a new Reliquaries system and Battle Pass, will be available.
