Tag: Blizzard
News Blizzard Delays Overwatch 2 And Diablo IV
Both titles are coming to Xbox
Blizzard's latest investor's call has revealed the company is now planning to launch Overwatch 2 and Diablo IV "later". Earlier this year Activision Blizzard ruled out a 2021 release, and now Blizzard wants to give both teams even more time to ensure these "anticipated titles" will be in the best state possible at...
News Former Xbox Exec Takes Over As Co-Lead Of Blizzard Entertainment
Along with Jen Oneal from Vicarious Visions
Following Activision Blizzard being sued over a culture of harassment and discrimination, company president J. Allen Brack has stepped down from the position. To assume the role, former Xbox corporate vice president Mike Ybarra and former Vicarious Visions studio head Jen Oneal will take over at Blizzard...
News Blizzard Levels Up Its Arcade Collection With Two Free Games
Lost Vikings 2 and RPM Racing return
A few months ago, Blizzard surprised fans with the announcement of the Blizzard Arcade Collection. This three-in-one collection includes The Lost Vikings, Rock N Roll Racing and Blackthorne for $19.99 USD. If you were hoping for a little bit more bang for your buck, Blizzard has now updated this retro package...
News Blizzard Has Enhanced Overwatch For Xbox Series X|S
Higher resolution and boosted framerate
If you play the Xbox One version of Overwatch regularly on your Xbox Series X|S, you might be wondering what the plans are for future upgrades. Blizzard has mentioned nothing but now - out of nowhere - it's surprised the same playerbase with a free enhancement upgrade. Most notably, you can now play the game...
News Blizzard Warns Arcade Collection Players Not To Stream Rock N Roll Racing With Music On
Licensed music "not cleared for streaming"
One of the biggest surprises at BlizzCon this year was the announcement (and release) of the Blizzard Arcade Collection. This three-in-one package contains The Lost VIkings, Rock N Roll Racing and Blackthorne. It seems though you'll need to be careful if you decide to stream one of these games, in...
News Blizzard's Goal Is To Make Overwatch 2 A 'True Sequel' And 'Worthy Successor'
So it needs to be "perfectly polished" before release
One of the many games highlighted during the first day of BlizzCon Online, was the upcoming hero-based shooter, Overwatch 2. Earlier this month it was confirmed by Activision Blizzard how the title was not planned for a 2021 launch, and in the latest update, the team has now shared some insight...
News Blizzard Reveals A New Class For Diablo IV
Introducing the Rogue
Apart from the reveal of Diablo II: Resurrected at BlizzCon, Blizzard also lifted the lid on a new (but old) class for Diablo IV. Introducing the Rogue - a swift, deadly and mobile class with "unparalleled" versatility. Rogue players can choose a variety of ways to attack and trap enemies and enhance their combat through...
News Return To Hell When Diablo II: Resurrected Arrives On Xbox This Year
Will include cross-progression
Blizzard has just announced a remaster of Diablo II for Xbox and multiple other platforms. It's officially titled Diablo II: Resurrected and will be arriving this year. This remaster contains the base game and The Lord of Destruction. It features new visuals (and old ones, with a flick of a button), new audio,...
News Blizzard Arcade Collection Out Now On Xbox, Includes Three Classics
Enjoy a slice of video game history
BlizzCon Online has just got underway, and Blizzard kicked off the show with the announcement of the Blizzard Arcade Collection. It contains three classic games in one package and is available for $19.99 on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S via backward compatibility. The titles include The Lost VIkings, Rock N Roll...
News Overwatch 2 Won't Be Released In 2021, According To Activision Blizzard
Don't expect to see Diablo IV, either
In 2019, Blizzard announced a sequel to its team-based hero shooter Overwatch for multiple platforms including Xbox. The focus of the second game is a new story and hero PvE missions. While it has sounded like more of an expansion than a full-blown sequel at times, it seems it's still going to take Blizzard a...
News Echo The Evolutionary Robot Hero Is Now Playable In Overwatch
Pharah finally has some proper competition
Although a sequel for Overwatch has already been confirmed, the first game should remain relevant for some time – with all of its player verse player (PvP) multiplayer content reportedly compatible with the upcoming release. With this in mind, Blizzard has just released its new but long-teased hero,...
