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Overwatch 2 Announces Exciting Cowboy Bebop Collaboration

Overwatch 2 announces a collaboration with Cowboy Bebop, featuring exclusive skins, sprays, and music from the anime series. The collaboration aims to reignite interest in the game and offers a fresh and engaging experience for players old and new.

World of Warcraft Introduces Hero Talents in The War Within Expansion

The War Within expansion for World of Warcraft introduces Hero Talents, a new feature that revolutionizes character progression. With self-contained talent trees and diverse gameplay experiences, players have the freedom to choose and customize their abilities. Blizzard Entertainment seeks feedback to ensure an impactful and enjoyable update.

Spacestation Gaming Signs Former London Spitfire Team, We Spit Fire, for Competitive Overwatch

Spacestation Gaming makes a significant move in competitive Overwatch by signing the former London Spitfire team, We Spit Fire. This strategic acquisition marks their entry into the European OWCS division, showcasing their commitment to fostering top-tier talent and competing at the highest level.

Blizzard Entertainment Announces Campfire Chat for Diablo Fans

Blizzard Entertainment has announced an exciting Campfire Chat event for Diablo fans, featuring a first look at Trials and The Gauntlet, a weekly rotating fixed dungeon coming in Season of the Construct. The event will include discussions with key members of the development team, live gameplay, and a Q&A segment. Don’t miss the live-stream on the official Diablo Twitch and YouTube channels on February 29!

136 Jobs to Go at Cork-Based Games Developer

Tánaiste Micheál Martin has confirmed that 136 out of 198 employees at a Cork-based gaming company, recently acquired by Microsoft, are set to be made redundant. This news follows reports from last month that Microsoft is cutting 1,900 jobs in its gaming division, including within its Xbox team. Mick Barry, a People Before Profit-Solidarity TD, highlighted the issue in the Dáil, expressing concerns for over 100 workers at Activation Blizzard in Blackpool who are facing redundancy within the next couple of weeks.

Highly Anticipated Diablo 4 Gauntlet Feature Delayed

Diablo 4 Season 3 has kicked off with a disappointing announcement. The highly anticipated Gauntlet feature has been delayed indefinitely, leaving many players disappointed. SVP, GM for Diablo at Blizzard, Rod Fergusson, assured players that more details and a new launch date will be shared soon. Stay updated with the best Diablo 4 builds in Season 3 and anticipate the release of the Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred.

Blizzard Entertainment Introduces Hero Talents to World of Warcraft Classes

Blizzard Entertainment introduces Hero Talents in World of Warcraft’s The War Within expansion, offering new character progression and class fantasies. Players can expect self-contained talent trees, freedom to choose, and an equal amount of utility and defensiveness. The community is encouraged to provide feedback on these new additions to help shape the future development of the game.

Defense Matrix Initiative Updates Aim to Enhance Overwatch 2 Player Experience

The Defense Matrix Initiative in Overwatch 2 is making strides in 2024 with updates focused on enhancing player experience. Endorsements have been improved, leaver queue restrictions extended, and the fight against cheating remains a top priority. Blizzard is committed to maintaining a fair and competitive environment for all players.

Johanna Faries Announced as New President of Blizzard Entertainment

Blizzard Entertainment has announced Johanna Faries as the new President of the company, with an official start date of February 5, 2024. In an email to all Blizzard employees, Faries expressed her honor and excitement in joining the company, while…

Blizzard Entertainment Releases Warcraft: Orcs and Humans on Battle.net Shop

Blizzard Entertainment has announced the availability of the very first game in the Warcraft franchise, 1994’s Warcraft: Orcs and Humans, in the Battle.net Shop. This release includes two dozen missions across two separate campaigns, custom games to hone skills, and…