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Overwatch 2 Launch Time, Trailer and More

Overwatch 2 is arriving in less than a week and we have a brand new trailer to check out, as well as the launch timing and checklists for what to do if you're a new or existing player! 1 comment Sep 27, 2022 at 19:34 by Staff

Activision Blizzard Games Coming to Game Pass After Microsoft Acquisition

Microsoft posted a blog post sharing their view on the Activision Blizzard acquisition. They also revealed that Overwatch, Diablo, Call of Duty, Candy Crush, and Starcraft, are coming to the Game Pass. 9 comments Sep 01, 2022 at 14:17 by Stan

Unconfirmed Dragonflight Pre-Patch and Launch Dates Leaked

An unconfirmed internal spreadsheet with release dates of multiple Activision Blizzard titles including Dragonflight and Diablo 4 pre-purchase took Reddit by storm today. Aug 16, 2022 at 20:20 by Stan

Blizzard will debut new merchandise at San Diego Comic-Con. For those attending the event in person, make sure to check out Booth #140. The products will also be available for purchase on the Blizzard Gear Store later this year. Jul 21, 2022 at 07:14 by Staff

Overwatch 2 Beta is now over. The Overwatch team will continue to balance heroes based on Beta feedback. Over the coming weeks, they will share more details about the game as we approach launch on October 4, 2022. Jul 21, 2022 at 06:53 by Staff

With the first week of Overwatch 2 Beta behind us, the developers shared their thoughts on the Mercy and Symmetra changes, Junker Queen and queue times. Jul 08, 2022 at 17:38 by Staff

The Battle.net Social Celebration Contest

For the next five weeks, you can win $25 Battle.net Balance by following Blizzard on social media. Find out how to enter the giveaway for a chance to win! 1 comment Jul 05, 2022 at 21:14 by Staff

Blizzard Entertainment Acquires Spellbreak Development Studio Proletariat

Blizzard Entertainment has acquired Spellbreak Development Studio Proletariat to beef up the staff on World of Warcraft. Its team of 100 people will start working on WoW, including the Dragonflight expansion coming later this year, according to Venture Beat. 7 comments Jun 29, 2022 at 15:11 by Staff

How to Find Out Youve Been Invited to Beta Testing?

In this post, we're looking at how to find out you've been invited to a Beta! 6 comments Jun 26, 2022 at 14:08 by Stan

Junker Queen joins the Hero roster in Overwatch 2 as the newest tank! Here's the official preview of the new Hero and her kit. 4 comments Jun 22, 2022 at 15:13 by Staff

Blizzard have summarized all the big news that came out of the Overwatch 2 reveal livestream event, including: 1 comment Jun 18, 2022 at 07:49 by Staff

Wastelander Animated Short for Overwatch 2

Here's the new animated short introducing the new OW2 hero Junker Queen! Jun 16, 2022 at 19:21 by Staff

Blizzard have announced that the Overwatch 2 beta is arriving very soon, on June 28th, featuring the Junker Queen hero and a new map! Beta sign-ups will be open this Thursday, when we will also be getting a lot more info about the game in the reveal stream, as well as a new animated short. Jun 14, 2022 at 19:20 by Staff

Overwatch 2 Launches October 4 as a Free-to-Play Live Experience

Blizzard have announced the launch/Early Access date for the PvP part of Overwatch 2, and it's October 4th! On top of that the game is going to be free to play (at least the PvP aspect of it) and we're getting a full reveal event on June 16th as well, which will go into the live service and seasonal nature of the game, as well as reveal the new Junker Queen hero! There will also be a free Founder's Pack for owners for Overwatch 1, with skins and a surprise that is yet to be revealed. 5 comments Jun 12, 2022 at 19:11 by Staff

Arclight Rumble Will Not Have Loot Boxes or NFTs

We have new information coming out of a GamerBraves interview with Art director Jeremy Collins and Senior Software Engineer Andy Lim, as they explain that the game will not feature loot boxes or NFTs. Many players were concerned as the game wasn't available in Belgium, where there are strict laws aginst loot boxes and similar mechanics, but with Blizzard's clarification that may change before it is released. 8 comments May 04, 2022 at 18:41 by Staff

Warcraft Arclight Rumble Minimum Specs, Possible 2022 Release, and No PC Port

We have two unofficial statements and some minimum specs to check out for the Warcraft mobile game, as Towelliee might have some inside info on the matter. Let's start with the official information, as the minimum specs for the game are iOS (6S and up) and Android (S7 and up), as noted in the reveal. 6 comments May 03, 2022 at 20:33 by Staff

Warcraft Arclight Rumble Gameplay Videos

We have two gameplay videos to check out, featuring the new Arclight Ruble game, as we get to see it in action! First off, Towelliee has put together a video of his own experiences with the new Warcraft mobile game, as he details some features while showing off a solid chunk of gameplay as well. 11 comments May 03, 2022 at 19:11 by Starym

Overwatch 2 Doomfist and Orisa Reworks Detailed

Doomfist and Orisa have been reworked just in time for Overwatch 2 PvP Beta. Senior Hero Designer Brandon Brennan and Lead Hero Designer Geoff Goodman provide more information about the reworks. Apr 28, 2022 at 17:36 by Staff

The first Overwatch 2 PvP Beta has begun. Blizzard has posted a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the testing phase, including minimum and recommended system requirements. Apr 28, 2022 at 15:23 by Staff

Overwatch 2 PvP Beta Coming on April 26th

Blizzard have announced that the Overwatch 2 PvP beta is coming on April 26th, with new hero, 3 new maps, hero reworks and more included! You can opt in here. 6 comments Mar 18, 2022 at 19:57 by Staff

Overwatch 2 PvP Beta 1 Starts in Late April

Blizzard posted an update on Overwatch 2 today and revealed that the game's PvP Beta will start in late April for PC in select regions. 2 comments Mar 10, 2022 at 18:25 by Staff

Activision Blizzard Halts New Sales in Russia

President and COO Daniel Alegre informed the community that Activision Blizzard will halt new sales in Russia, rendering players unable to renew their subscriptions. 24 comments Mar 06, 2022 at 09:49 by Staff

Blizzard recently pushed two encrypted Overwatch 2 builds to the CDN. Will Overwatch 2 testing begin soon? 6 comments Feb 04, 2022 at 20:22 by Stan

Activision Blizzard Q4 2021 Financial Results

Due to the ongoing Microsoft acquisition, there was no earnings call for Q4 2021. Instead, Activision Blizzard posted a press release, where we learn about "substantial new content" planned for the Warcraft franchise in 2022, including a new mobile game. 8 comments Feb 03, 2022 at 22:11 by Staff

Blizzard Lead Mike Ybarra Teases Potential Announcements

Blizzard Lead Mike Ybarra shared on Twitter that we'll be hearing more about Warcraft and Overwatch over the coming weeks with Diablo to follow. 10 comments Jan 30, 2022 at 19:21 by Staff

Blizzard Working on a New Survival Game for PC and Console

Blizzard today revealed they are working on a brand-new survival game for PC and console! 9 comments Jan 25, 2022 at 18:12 by Staff

Announcements We Can Expect this Week? (Speculation Post)

Blizzard lead Mike Ybarra teased two announcements coming soon. In this post, we speculate about what could potentially be announced this week. 17 comments Jan 24, 2022 at 19:23 by Stan

Blizzard lead Mike Ybarra shared a message to the community, talking about the Microsoft deal, actions taken at Blizzard to regain trust, priorities in 2022, and more. He also mentioned "exciting announcements" coming next week. Patch 9.2 release date, anyone? 16 comments Jan 20, 2022 at 22:37 by Staff

An Excerpt from Bobby Koticks Email to Staff

Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick sent an email to staff regarding Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. 12 comments Jan 18, 2022 at 16:15 by Staff

Official Microsoft and Activision Blizzard Announcements on Acquisition

We have two official announcements surrounding the giant, almost $70 billion, Microsoft acquisition of Activision Blizzard from both sides, starting with Microsoft CEO Phil Spencer issuing a statement on Xbox Wire, focuisng on Game Pass additions and cloud gaming: 24 comments Jan 18, 2022 at 15:22 by Staff

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