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#game-testing

'Overwatch 2' Could Finally Be Rolling Back Its Most Controversial Decision

Blizzard is testing both 5v5 and 6v6 formats for Overwatch, evaluating player preference for the future of the game.

Overwatch 2 is officially bringing back 6v6 in testing this December

Blizzard is testing 6v6 matches in Overwatch 2 to enhance gameplay and address previous balancing issues from the 5v5 format.

Blizzard's bringing back 6v6 Overwatch 2 in December to see how that whole thing goes

Blizzard Entertainment is reintroducing 6v6 team compositions in Overwatch 2 to enhance gameplay based on player feedback.

'Overwatch 2' Could Finally Be Rolling Back Its Most Controversial Decision

Blizzard is testing both 5v5 and 6v6 formats for Overwatch, evaluating player preference for the future of the game.

Overwatch 2 is officially bringing back 6v6 in testing this December

Blizzard is testing 6v6 matches in Overwatch 2 to enhance gameplay and address previous balancing issues from the 5v5 format.

Blizzard's bringing back 6v6 Overwatch 2 in December to see how that whole thing goes

Blizzard Entertainment is reintroducing 6v6 team compositions in Overwatch 2 to enhance gameplay based on player feedback.
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#game-development
from GameSpot
3 weeks ago
Video games

Overwatch Mobile Is (Or Was) In Development - Report

Blizzard may have developed a mobile version of Overwatch, but it is unclear if the project is still ongoing.

New Details Emerge About Why Blizzard's Titan Was Canceled - Report

Titan's cancellation highlights the difficulties in merging distinct gameplay experiences into a cohesive MMO.
Blizzard's internal dynamics played a significant role in Titan's troubled development and eventual failure.

How Blizzard's Titan fell apart

Blizzard's canceled game Titan influenced the creation of Overwatch, ultimately reshaping its development focus and leading to a major franchise success.

Blizzard Reportedly Hasn't Given Up On The Dream Of A StarCraft Shooter

Blizzard is developing a new StarCraft shooter under Dan Hay, despite past cancellations.

Blizzard Is Reportedly Trying To Make A StarCraft Shooter, Again

Blizzard is attempting a new StarCraft shooter project after previous failures, under the direction of Dan Hay.

Blizzard reportedly has a new StarCraft shooter in the works, so here's hoping it's third time lucky

Blizzard is reportedly developing a StarCraft shooter under Dan Hay, marking their continued commitment to the franchise despite a troubled history.

Overwatch Mobile Is (Or Was) In Development - Report

Blizzard may have developed a mobile version of Overwatch, but it is unclear if the project is still ongoing.

New Details Emerge About Why Blizzard's Titan Was Canceled - Report

Titan's cancellation highlights the difficulties in merging distinct gameplay experiences into a cohesive MMO.
Blizzard's internal dynamics played a significant role in Titan's troubled development and eventual failure.

How Blizzard's Titan fell apart

Blizzard's canceled game Titan influenced the creation of Overwatch, ultimately reshaping its development focus and leading to a major franchise success.

Blizzard Reportedly Hasn't Given Up On The Dream Of A StarCraft Shooter

Blizzard is developing a new StarCraft shooter under Dan Hay, despite past cancellations.

Blizzard Is Reportedly Trying To Make A StarCraft Shooter, Again

Blizzard is attempting a new StarCraft shooter project after previous failures, under the direction of Dan Hay.

Blizzard reportedly has a new StarCraft shooter in the works, so here's hoping it's third time lucky

Blizzard is reportedly developing a StarCraft shooter under Dan Hay, marking their continued commitment to the franchise despite a troubled history.
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#diablo-4

Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred misses its launch window after Blizzard bungles release build, requiring everyone to download a big new update

Diablo 4's Vessel of Hatred expansion faced significant launch issues, causing long delays and player dissatisfaction.

Diablo 4: Vessel Of Hatred Launch Delayed Due To A "Small Technical Issue"

Diablo 4's Vessel of Hatred expansion delayed to resolve technical issues for synchronized launch.

Diablo 4 Players Have Spent $150 Million On Skins And Microtransactions

Microtransactions in Diablo 4 have generated significant revenue, with $150 million from cosmetics despite some player criticism.

Diablo 4 made over 1 billion dollars so far, and $150 million of that from those exorbitantly priced skins

Diablo 4 has generated over $1 billion in revenue in 15 months, with significant earnings from microtransactions.
Player criticism highlights concerns over the high cost of microtransactions and their perceived value.
The game's economic model follows trends seen in games like Call of Duty, drawing scrutiny.

Diablo 4 Is Completely Changing How It Handles Difficulty, Taking A Page From Diablo 3

Diablo 4 is restructuring its difficulty system to enhance consistency in gameplay and item acquisition, introducing four new Torment levels.

Diablo 4 is lowering its level cap, making levelling more like Diablo 3, giving everyone new skills, and more in patch 2.0

Diablo 4 Patch 2.0 significantly alters game progression with a level cap decrease and shared Paragon Points system to enhance player experience.

Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred misses its launch window after Blizzard bungles release build, requiring everyone to download a big new update

Diablo 4's Vessel of Hatred expansion faced significant launch issues, causing long delays and player dissatisfaction.

Diablo 4: Vessel Of Hatred Launch Delayed Due To A "Small Technical Issue"

Diablo 4's Vessel of Hatred expansion delayed to resolve technical issues for synchronized launch.

Diablo 4 Players Have Spent $150 Million On Skins And Microtransactions

Microtransactions in Diablo 4 have generated significant revenue, with $150 million from cosmetics despite some player criticism.

Diablo 4 made over 1 billion dollars so far, and $150 million of that from those exorbitantly priced skins

Diablo 4 has generated over $1 billion in revenue in 15 months, with significant earnings from microtransactions.
Player criticism highlights concerns over the high cost of microtransactions and their perceived value.
The game's economic model follows trends seen in games like Call of Duty, drawing scrutiny.

Diablo 4 Is Completely Changing How It Handles Difficulty, Taking A Page From Diablo 3

Diablo 4 is restructuring its difficulty system to enhance consistency in gameplay and item acquisition, introducing four new Torment levels.

Diablo 4 is lowering its level cap, making levelling more like Diablo 3, giving everyone new skills, and more in patch 2.0

Diablo 4 Patch 2.0 significantly alters game progression with a level cap decrease and shared Paragon Points system to enhance player experience.
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#world-of-warcraft

How World of Warcraft Made (and Broke) Blizzard Entertainment

Blizzard's tale underscores how monumental success paired with relentless growth can lead to a company's decline.

Lost In The Orc Section, With Jason Schreier | Defector

Jason Schreier's book, *Play Nice*, explores Blizzard Entertainment's history and the gaming industry's evolution, revealing challenges and parallels with the film industry.

Blizzard is working with, uh, Blizzard to celebrate World of Warcraft's 20th anniversary with some Overwatch 2 skins

Blizzard celebrates WoW's 20th anniversary by collaborating with Overwatch 2, introducing themed character skins.

How World of Warcraft Made (and Broke) Blizzard Entertainment

Blizzard's tale underscores how monumental success paired with relentless growth can lead to a company's decline.

Lost In The Orc Section, With Jason Schreier | Defector

Jason Schreier's book, *Play Nice*, explores Blizzard Entertainment's history and the gaming industry's evolution, revealing challenges and parallels with the film industry.

Blizzard is working with, uh, Blizzard to celebrate World of Warcraft's 20th anniversary with some Overwatch 2 skins

Blizzard celebrates WoW's 20th anniversary by collaborating with Overwatch 2, introducing themed character skins.
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#gaming-industry

The toxic transformation of Warcraft maker Blizzard

Blizzard's journey highlights the tension between artistic integrity and commercial pressures, which ultimately led to its decline.

Blizzard Co-Founder Left Because He Was Tired Of Fighting Bobby Kotick - Report

Mike Morhaime left Blizzard due to ongoing conflicts with Activision's Bobby Kotick over management and corporate direction.

The toxic transformation of Warcraft maker Blizzard

Blizzard's journey highlights the tension between artistic integrity and commercial pressures, which ultimately led to its decline.

Blizzard Co-Founder Left Because He Was Tired Of Fighting Bobby Kotick - Report

Mike Morhaime left Blizzard due to ongoing conflicts with Activision's Bobby Kotick over management and corporate direction.
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'Overwatch' Reportedly Just Canceled The One Thing Players Wanted

Blizzard's cancellation of the Overwatch adaptation highlights the impact of corporate disputes on creative projects.
The diverse characters and stories in Overwatch have significant appeal beyond traditional FPS audiences.
#overwatch-2

Porsche and Blizzard Bring Overwatch 2 to Life at Gamescom 2024 | stupidDOPE

Porsche and Blizzard's collaboration at Gamescom 2024 enriches gaming culture through exclusive Overwatch 2 skins and immersive automotive experiences.

Overwatch 2 Fans Are Tired Of Blizzard Playing Favorites

Overwatch 2's cosmetic distribution is seen as inequitable, frustrating players focused on their favorite heroes.

Overwatch 2's new hero Venture is playable for free this weekend

Venture, a new damage hero with a unique kit, will be available for free trial in Overwatch 2 from March 28-31.
Blizzard will offer Venture as a nonbinary hero with a drill-like weapon called Smart Excavator and unique abilities like burrowing underground and sending shockwaves.

Porsche and Blizzard Bring Overwatch 2 to Life at Gamescom 2024 | stupidDOPE

Porsche and Blizzard's collaboration at Gamescom 2024 enriches gaming culture through exclusive Overwatch 2 skins and immersive automotive experiences.

Overwatch 2 Fans Are Tired Of Blizzard Playing Favorites

Overwatch 2's cosmetic distribution is seen as inequitable, frustrating players focused on their favorite heroes.

Overwatch 2's new hero Venture is playable for free this weekend

Venture, a new damage hero with a unique kit, will be available for free trial in Overwatch 2 from March 28-31.
Blizzard will offer Venture as a nonbinary hero with a drill-like weapon called Smart Excavator and unique abilities like burrowing underground and sending shockwaves.
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Blizzard's 33-Year History Chronicled In Upcoming Book By Jason Schreier

Blizzard Entertainment's history is chronicled in the book 'Play Nice: The Rise, Fall, and Future Of Blizzard Entertainment' by Jason Schreier.
The book features interviews with over 300 current and former Blizzard team members and covers the company's early years, major franchises, and recent acquisitions.
Jason Schreier's previous books, 'Blood, Sweat, and Pixels' and 'Press Reset', have also delved into the video game industry's development stories and labor issues.

Former Call of Duty boss is now in charge of Blizzard, and she knows what she's walking into

Johanna Faries has been appointed as the head of Blizzard Entertainment, after previously working as the chief of the Call of Duty franchise at Activision.
Faries is the first Blizzard boss appointed after Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

Blizzard cancels its secret survival game as president and co-founder leave

Blizzard Entertainment has canceled its untitled survival game after Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
Blizzard's president, Mike Ybarra, has left the company as part of Microsoft's restructuring.
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