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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.
A new Starcraft game is coming, but not until 2030
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed a new Starcraft game, an open-world shooter, is in development and slated for a 2030 release. The announcement was made at Blizzcon 2026, with Dan Hay, formerly of Ubisoft, leading the project. This marks a significant shift from the series' traditional real-time strategy roots.
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 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.
Next StarCraft Game Announced at BlizzCon as an Open-World Shooter, but It’s Not Due Out Until 2030
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a new StarCraft game, which is described as an open-world shooter and is not expected to be released until 2030. This marks the first new title in the series since StarCraft 2, which launched over 15 years ago.
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.
StarCraft’s website is glitching, possibly as a preamble to a big BlizzCon announcement
The StarCraft: Remastered website is exhibiting glitches and displaying secret messages, fueling speculation about a major announcement at the upcoming BlizzCon. Rumors suggest a potential open-world shooter set in the StarCraft universe, possibly developed in collaboration with Nexon, could be revealed, marking a possible revival for the neglected franchise.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Update 2.0 – GSC May Have Finally Pulled It Off
GSC Game World's Update 2.0 for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl significantly improves the game's visuals, atmosphere, and A-Life system, making it a more compelling experience. The update enhances lighting, weather effects, and NPC behavior, while also refining combat and adding new weapons, addressing many of the issues present at launch.
A New Far Cry Game is Coming According to Reports
Reports indicate that Ubisoft's Vantage Studios is developing an ambitious new Far Cry game, codenamed Kodiak, which will be an open-world FPS. This new project replaces a previously cancelled extraction shooter codenamed Maverick. Information also suggests another title, codenamed Blackbird, is still in development, though details are unconfirmed.
New Far Cry Game in Development Based on Foundations of Maverick – Rumor
A new Far Cry game, codenamed Kodiak, is reportedly in development at Ubisoft, aiming for a traditional open-world FPS experience with a focus on emergent gameplay. This project is said to be built on the foundations of a previously rumored title, Maverick, which explored extraction shooter elements and a strict time limit. While details are scarce and the game is not expected soon, it represents Ubisoft's continued investment in the franchise following Far Cry 6.
MindsEye has multiplayer and a grenade football mode now, which the handful of people still playing it will no doubt be…
Despite a poor reception and sales, developer Build A Rocket Boy has released a significant update for its open world shooter MindsEye, adding a team-based multiplayer mode called 'grenade football'. The update also includes new racing circuits, social features, and improvements to enemy physics, AI, and vehicle handling.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Studio Says its Founder Wasn’t Involved in Negotiations or Development
GSC Game World has clarified that studio founder Sergiy Grygorovych was not involved in the negotiations or development of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. The studio stated that his public comments do not accurately reflect the game's actual development status, as they are currently finalizing an update and a story DLC. The open-world shooter is available on PC and Xbox Series X/S, with a PlayStation 5 release planned for November 2025.
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands appears to be getting a PS5 and Xbox Series X/S Definitive Edition, but is it a remaster or a bog standard re-release?
A 'Definitive Edition' of Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands has reportedly leaked, featuring a new mission and support for 4K resolution and 60fps, alongside all previously released DLC. This upcoming release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S appears to be a re-release rather than a full remaster. Ubisoft is also expected to announce more Ghost Recon news on August 6th to celebrate the series' 25th anniversary.
Cinder City Steam Page Opens Alongside New Developer Preview
BigFire Games has launched the Steam page for its upcoming open-world third-person shooter, Cinder City, allowing players to wishlist the game. A new developer preview showcases gameplay set in a post-apocalyptic Seoul, highlighting its PvE cooperative elements and story. The game is being developed by BigFire Games and published by NC.
Blizzard’s Unannounced StarCraft Title: The Hard Facts
Evidence suggests Blizzard Entertainment is developing a new AAA open-world shooter set in the StarCraft universe, moving away from its Real-Time Strategy roots. The project is built on Unreal Engine and led by former Far Cry executive producer Dan Hay, indicating a significant shift in franchise direction and development strategy.
Destroy All Humans Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer – cult-classic alien invasion arrives in full HD
THQ Nordic has released the launch trailer for Destroy All Humans! on Nintendo Switch, showcasing enhanced visuals and full HD support up to 1440p. The cult-classic alien invasion action-adventure game allows players to embody Crypto-137, harvesting DNA and using alien weaponry to bring down the US government in the 1950s.
KRAFTON Gamescom Lineup Announced
KRAFTON has announced its lineup for Gamescom 2026, featuring five titles including a new PUBG Universe Game making its global debut. The lineup also includes Age Twisters, NO LAW, TARAE: The Unbound, and Project ZETA. Gamescom 2026 will take place from August 26 to August 30, 2026, in Cologne.
One of PS5's Most Promising Open World Games Is Finally Being Showcased in August
The promising open-world shooter RPG No Law, developed by Neon Giant, will be showcased at Gamescom in August by publisher Krafton. The game, set in a cyberpunk future, features ex-military protagonist Grey Harker and is expected to receive its most in-depth look yet at the event. A release window has not been announced, but a 2027 release is speculated.
Neon Giant Reveals How a Small Veteran Team Built NO LAW’s Dense Open-World City
Neon Giant, a KRAFTON, Inc. studio, detailed its 'Density Over Scale' approach to building the cyber-noir city of Port Desire for their upcoming open-world shooter NO LAW. Using Unreal Engine 5 technologies like Nanite and Lumen, the small team focused on creating a highly detailed and reactive urban environment with thousands of dynamic NPCs and interactive elements, rather than sheer size. Creative Director Tor Frick highlighted how UE5's tech allowed them to bypass traditional bottlenecks and build their desired uncompromised world.
