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BlizzCon 2026: World of Warcraft shows off what’s next for Midnight
Blizzard Entertainment provided updates on World of Warcraft: Midnight at BlizzCon, detailing upcoming content including patch 12.1.5 which introduces a mini-raid and the new roguelite mode 'Talebound'. Patch 12.2, 'Eclipse', will feature a new zone, dungeon, and the Worldcore raid with Xal'atath as the final boss. Future content for The War Within and a Wrath of the Lich King remix event were also teased.
Diablo 5's first confirmed classes are the Demon Hunter, Monk, and the all-new Plague Knight: Blizzard says the…
Blizzard Entertainment has revealed the first confirmed classes for Diablo 5, including the returning Demon Hunter and Monk, and a new class called the Plague Knight. The game director described the Plague Knight as a heavily armored, death-spreading character. Diablo 5 is slated for a 2029 release and will feature more classes at launch than any previous entry in the series.
The Amazon is the next Diablo 4 class, and she's bringing her javelins with her
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that the Amazon class, originally from Diablo 2, will be coming to Diablo 4 in the first half of 2027, accompanied by her signature javelin weapon. This announcement follows the recent release of Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred. Additionally, a special anniversary event, Diablo 4: Season of Hell's Legacy, will launch on September 15th, featuring the Prime Evils and rewards inspired by the series' history.
Diablo V announced and fully embraces bleakness, defeat, darkness, and hopelessness for Sanctuary, as Blizzard also…
Blizzard Entertainment has announced Diablo 5, slated for a Spring 2029 release, which will fully embrace bleakness, defeat, and hopelessness. The game's teaser trailer showcased a world on fire where Diablo has triumphed and heroes have been defeated, signaling a return to the series' darker roots. Additionally, Diablo 4 will be released on Nintendo Switch on September 15th as part of the Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection.
Höjdpunkterna under Blizzcons öppningsshow
Blizzard Entertainment revealed several new titles and updates during its BlizzCon opening show. A new Starcraft shooter is in development for a 2030 release, Diablo IV's 'Season of Hell's Legacy' arrives in early 2027 with a Nintendo Switch version sooner, and a Diablo animated series is coming to Netflix. World of Warcraft will see a 'classic plus' version called 'World of Warcraft Forever' and its next expansion, 'The Last Titan', is slated for next year. Warcraft III: Reforged also receives a new DLC campaign today.
Diablo 4 is finally getting its big final boss next week, new Amazon class coming 2027
Blizzard Entertainment announced that Diablo 4 will receive its final boss, Diablo himself, in season 15 on September 15, alongside other characters and items from the series' history. The game will also introduce the Amazon class in the first half of 2027, a fan-favorite from Diablo 2. The announcement was made during BlizzCon 2026, which also revealed Diablo 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.
Diablo 5 Announced For 2029
Blizzard Entertainment has officially announced Diablo V, with a planned release in Spring 2029. Further details are expected to be revealed during an official panel today.
BlizzCon 2026: Blizzard announces Diablo V for 2029, plus Diablo IV’s next season
Blizzard Entertainment announced Diablo V is slated for a 2029 release, featuring a world where Diablo has already won. Diablo IV will receive a new season, 'Season of Hell's Legacy,' on September 15th, and will launch on the Switch 2. The Amazon character class will also be added to Diablo IV in the first half of next year.
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.
Diablo 5 is coming in 2029
Blizzard Entertainment announced Diablo 5, slated for a spring 2029 release, six years after Diablo 4. The sequel will be set a century after Diablo 4, with Diablo himself having already conquered Sanctuary. Director Joe Shely described a world where heroes are gone and Diablo has won, with no safe havens.
Diablo 5 Is Coming In 2029, Will Actually Star Diablo
Blizzard Entertainment announced Diablo 5 is slated for a Spring 2029 release, featuring Diablo as the reigning supreme entity in a post-apocalyptic Sanctuary. This installment is set 100 years after Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred and will explore the consequences of the Lord of Terror's victory. The announcement during BlizzCon 2026 also highlighted a significantly shorter development cycle compared to previous entries in the franchise.
Diablo 5 Announced
Blizzard Entertainment has officially announced Diablo 5 at BlizzCon 2026. The action RPG will be set 100 years after Diablo 4 in a post-apocalyptic future and is slated for a 2029 release.
Diablo 4 coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Activision Blizzard announced that Diablo 4 will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 15, 2026, with the "Age of Hatred Collection" which includes the base game and expansions. This marks the first time Diablo 4 will be available on a Nintendo console, following Diablo 2: Resurrected and Diablo 3: Eternal Collection on the original Nintendo Switch.
Shack Chat: What was your favorite reveal from the September 2026 Nintendo Directs?
Shacknews staff members discuss their favorite reveals from the September 2026 Nintendo Direct presentations. Top picks include Metroid Ravenous, a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and an open-world Kirby game titled Kirby and the World Beyond. Other notable announcements mentioned are Metal Slug Ultimate Collection and Persona 4.
Killing The Blood of Dawnwalker's hardest boss extremely early gave me a devastating ability that carried me…
This article details an unexpected early victory against Xanthe, the hardest boss in The Blood of Dawnwalker, which granted the player the powerful Blood Surge perk. The author discusses how this early unlock significantly aided their playthrough, allowing them to overcome other challenging enemies and bosses.
Fate/Extra Record character trailer introduces Archer
Fate/Extra Record has released a new character trailer showcasing Archer, voiced by Junichi Suwabe. The trailer highlights Archer's abilities with ranged and thrown weapons, and his efficient, obedient nature. The game is an action RPG with a strategic battle system set in a digital world on the moon, featuring 128 Master-Servant pairs battling in the Moon Holy Grail War. Fate/Extra Record is scheduled to launch for Nintendo Switch on January 28, 2027.
With Chronicles Medieval, a team of "history nerds" is mixing authentic historical world-building and stimulating strategy to promising effect
Chronicles Medieval is an upcoming action strategy game from Raw Power Games that aims to blend authentic historical world-building of the Hundred Years' War with engaging strategy and third-person action combat. The developers emphasize meticulous research, consulting historians and even an in-house HEMA expert to ensure accuracy in everything from settlement placement to combat mechanics, while still striving for a fun and engaging player experience.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Celebrates Successful Launch With Accolades Trailer
The Blood of Dawnwalker has received a highly favorable critical reception following its launch, with an accolades trailer celebrating its success. The game is praised for its unpredictable adventure, engaging combat, innovative mechanics, and compelling story, particularly its unique human and vampire dichotomy.
Multiplayer gacha OARPG Limit Zero Breakers begins its ‘frontier test’
NCsoft and Vic Game Studios' multiplayer gacha action RPG, Limit Zero Breakers, has begun its 'frontier test' which runs until Sunday, September 13th. This test includes the third chapter of the story, six raid battles, and a roster of 12 characters, alongside improvements to gameplay systems. The game is slated for release next year on PC and mobile.
