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Blizzard Announces Lots of Changes to Diablo 4 Addressing Feedback from the Beta

The open beta of Diablo 4 has come and gone, and with it came a lot of feedback from the fans, which Blizzard appears to be quite eager to address. Today the developer has announced a long list of…

April 14, 2023 | 05:43 EDT

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New Diablo 4 Trailer Is All About the Sorcerer

Today Blizzard Entertainment released a new trailer of its upcoming RPG Diablo 4, focusing on one of the playable classes available in the game.  This time around, we take a look at the sorcerer,…

April 13, 2023 | 01:27 EDT

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New Diablo 4 Trailer Shows the Rogue in Action

Today Blizzard Entertainment released a new trailer of its upcoming RPG Diablo 4, focusing on one of the playable classes.  To be more precise, we take a look at the Rogue, the stealthy archer and…

April 11, 2023 | 01:20 EDT

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Overwatch 2 Trailer Reveals Season 4's Skins and Events

Today Blizzard Entertainment shared a new trailer for Season 4 of its popular hero shooter Overwatch 2.  We get to see more of the new support hero Lifeweaver, who was revealed a couple of days ago…

April 6, 2023 | 03:11 EDT

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Diablo 4 Reveals Endgame Features; Early Access & Regular Release Times Around the World Announced

Today Blizzard Entertainment had a few relevant reveals to share about its upcoming RPG Diablo 4.  We start with the reveal of the early access launch times for those who have pre-ordered the deluxe…

April 5, 2023 | 01:46 EDT

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Overwatch 2 Season 4 Gets Release Date & New Trailer Showing New Hero Lifeweaver in Action

Today Blizzard Entertainment had new reveals to share about Season 4 of its popular hero shooter Overwatch 2.  We learn that the new season will launch on April 11 and we get to take a…

April 4, 2023 | 12:33 EDT

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Overwatch 2 Reveals New Support hero Lifeweaver Coming With Season 4

Today Blizzard Entertainment revealed the new hero coming to its popular hero shooter Overwatch 2.  The new hero is named "Lifeweaver" and he's a support hero. He will come with the game's Season 4…

April 3, 2023 | 03:37 EDT

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Diablo 4 Beta Hotfixes Rolling Out to Improve Performance

Today Blizzard Entertainment announced that it's working on rolling out a series of hotfixes to improve the performance of the ongoing beta of its RPG Diablo 4. According to the announcement made on…

March 25, 2023 | 05:15 EDT

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UK CMA Changes Its Mind On Microsoft-Activision Merger Based On "New Evidence"

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) appears to have changed its tune towards the proposed Microsoft-Activision Blizzard merger. Though the CMA had previously expressed concerns that the…

March 24, 2023 | 09:42 EDT

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Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Warzone 2.0 Reloaded Trailer Shows Maps and Camos

Season 2 of Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Warzone 2.0 is just around the bend and today we get to witness what to expect from the update.  Reloaded is the latest update to hit Warzone 2.0, where…

March 14, 2023 | 02:10 EDT

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Blizzard Has No Plans for Diablo 4 Release on Xbox Game Pass

In a recent tweet posted by the General Manager of Diablo Rod Fergusson, it has been brought to light that at this time Blizzard has no plan to bring Diablo 4 to Xbox Game Pass.  The tweet shared a…

March 13, 2023 | 04:45 EDT

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Diablo 4 Pre-Download Times & PC Specs Released

The Diablo 4 early access pre-download times have been released, alongside the PC minimum requirements needed to run the latest addition to Blizzard's Diablo series.  The open beta of Diablo 4 is…

March 13, 2023 | 02:20 EDT

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Diablo 4 Beta Early Access Codes Available via KFC Collaboration

If you want to enjoy the early access of the Diablo 4 beta but you don't care to pre-order, Blizzard has another opportunity for you, as long as you're hungry.  A collaboration with Kentucky Fried…

March 9, 2023 | 03:38 EST

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Overwatch 2 Celebrates One-Punch Man Collaboration Release With New Trailer

It's time to do 100 pushups, 100 sit-ups, 100 squats, and a 10km run because One-Punch Man has made its way into Overwatch 2. The collaboration will only be live for a limited time, starting on March…

March 7, 2023 | 05:03 EST

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Diablo 4 Deconsecrated a Deconsecrated Church a Bit More for Beta Live-Action Trailer

Today Blizzard Entertainment released a new trailer dedicated to the upcoming beta test of its highly-anticipated RPG Diablo 4. The trailer is actually filmed in a real-life location, the …

March 6, 2023 | 01:53 EST

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World of Warcraft Reveals New Trading Post Transmog Items for March

New cosmetic items are now available in the World of Warcraft trading post, including one special Darkmoon-inspired outfit that can be unlocked by filling the Traveler's Log bar this month. …

March 1, 2023 | 02:23 EST

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Diablo 4 Open Beta Details Revealed; Times, Rewards, System Requirements for PC, & More

Today Blizzard Entertainment released new details about the open beta of its upcoming RPG Diablo 4.  The announcement shares the specific times for the early access available to pre-orders and the…

February 28, 2023 | 04:18 EST

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New Diablo 4 Video Is All About the Game's World; Yes, You Can Pet the Dog

Today Blizzard Entertainment released an extensive video about its upcoming RPG Diablo 4.  We get to hear about the world of the game, its five different areas with no loading screen, plenty of…

February 21, 2023 | 02:13 EST

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Microsoft & Nintendo Sign Binding 10-year Deal to Release Call of Duty on Switch

Microsoft announced today that it has signed a binding deal to bring the Call of Duty Franchise to Nintendo platforms for the next 10 years. The deal was announced on social media by vice chair and…

February 21, 2023 | 02:23 EST

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Diablo 4 Open Beta Announced

Today Blizzard Entertainment has announced the dates and details about the upcoming open beta of Diablo 4.  We learn that perspective players will be able to enjoy the test from March 24 to…

February 18, 2023 | 04:12 EST

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Overwatch 2 Dating Sim to Celebrate Valentine's Day is Totally Real & Totally Non-Canon

Tomorrow is Valentine's Day and Blizzard is celebrating with a cute treat for Overwatch 2 fans, an actual dating sim visual novel. LoverWatch: Love Never Dies is a "totally real, totally-non canon"…

February 13, 2023 | 04:37 EST

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UK CMA Says Microsoft-Activision Deal "Could Harm UK Gamers"

The UK CMA (Competition and Markets Authority) has completed its preliminary investigation into the Microsoft-Activision Blizzard merger, and its conclusion is pretty bleak. The CMA says that the…

February 8, 2023 | 08:30 EST

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Activision Blizzard Boasts Breaking Records in Financial Results thanks to Call of Duty, Warcraft, & More

Activision announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2023, related specifically to the period between October 1, and December 31, 2022. As you can see from the table below, net…

February 6, 2023 | 04:16 EST

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Overwatch 2 Season 3, One Punch Man Collaboration, & More Revealed With New Trailer

Today Blizzard Entertainment revealed a new trailer showcasing all the content coming with Overwatch 2's Season 3.  The new season launches tomorrow, February 7, and brings a lot of new content for…

February 6, 2023 | 12:58 EST

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New Blizzard Deep Dive Breaks Down Diablo IV Release Date Trailer

Thanks to a rather snazzy cinematic trailer, we finally got the Diablo IV release date we've been waiting for back in December. If you loved the trailer that accompanied the announcement, then you'll…

January 27, 2023 | 10:31 EST

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World of Warcraft Introduces Trading Post Feature With New Trailer Showing Rewards Aplenty

Today Blizzard Entertainment released a brand new trailer showcasing a feature coming to World of Warcraft, the Trading Post. If you're wondering what this feature is all about, it's a kiosk that…

January 26, 2023 | 04:04 EST

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World of Warcraft Classic Ulduar Raid Gets Major Overhaul Alongside Titan Rune Dungeons

Several interesting new features are heading to World of Warcraft Classic, including the Ulduar raid, Titan Rune dungeon mode, and the start of PvP season 6.  Classic fans couldn't be more thrilled…

January 13, 2023 | 04:14 EST

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First Major Content Update Heads to World of Warcraft Dragonflight This Month

Blizzard Entertainment has finally given us the release date for the first major content update to hit World of Warcraft Dragonflight, but fans will have to wait seven extra days to utilize one of…

January 12, 2023 | 04:36 EST

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New World Of Warcraft Classic Ulduar Raid Opens Its Gates Next Week

We now have a set release date for what is to be considered the best raid to ever come to World of Warcraft, Ulduar. Not only that, but we have the Argent Tournament making its debut, Titan Rune…

January 11, 2023 | 04:39 EST

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Overwatch 2 Seasonal Event Battle For Olympus 2023 Starts This Week

Grab your favorite hero, and get ready to join in on the Battle for Olympus, as the latest seasonal update for Overwatch 2 is right around the corner. This event will feature new and exclusive skins…

January 3, 2023 | 06:26 EST

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Microsoft Reportedly Offered To Put COD On PS Plus

A new report suggests that Microsoft, likely in an effort to placate regulators, offered Sony the chance to put Call of Duty on its PlayStation Plus subscription service. Clearly, the addition of…

December 13, 2022 | 10:05 EST

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Microsoft Signs 10-Year Call Of Duty Deal With Nintendo

Microsoft has signed a 10-year deal with Nintendo to bring Call of Duty to the Japanese gaming giant's hardware. In addition, Phil Spencer has also confirmed that Call of Duty will continue to be…

December 7, 2022 | 09:30 EST

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Activision Blizzard Fights To Delay Union Vote Tabulation

Another day, another Activision Blizzard union-busting attempt, it seems. In a nutshell, the company is trying to block the tabulation of a union vote until an appeal on an earlier case can be…

November 2, 2022 | 11:52 EDT

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Activision Blizzard Albany Union Vote Approved By NLRB

A group of 21 QA testers working at Activision Blizzard Albany have been given the green light to vote in a union election by the National Labor Relations Board. Activision Blizzard had sought to…

October 19, 2022 | 09:05 EDT

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EU Asks For Feedback On Microsoft Activision Blizzard Acquisition

With the Microsoft Activision Blizzard acquisition looming, the EU is asking game companies to weigh in on the deal and its overall impact on the industry. According to Reuters, the EU is asking if…

October 7, 2022 | 10:33 EDT

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Activision Blizzard Accused Of Trying To Stifle Albany Union

Activision Blizzard has been accused of mounting a "futile" effort to try and disband the Blizzard Albany workers' union. The union says the company has spent "hundreds of thousands of dollars on a…

August 4, 2022 | 09:37 EDT

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Activision Blizzard Albany QA Workers Forming a Union

Quality Assurance testers at Blizzard Albany (formerly Vicarious Visions) have announced that they are forming a union to stand up against workplace discrimination and to fight for fair pay. The QA…

July 19, 2022 | 03:10 EDT

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Activision Healthcare Policies Prompt Planned Employee Walk-Out

Activision Blizzard has been under fire for quite some time due to their lack of care towards its employees. This has sparked a well-needed uprising within the company, and an employee-led Committee…

July 6, 2022 | 04:50 EDT

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Bobby Kotick Re-Elected By Activision Blizzard Board

The Activision Blizzard board has re-elected Bobby Kotick as the company's CEO. Despite Kotick's reputation among employees and the wider industry, the board decided to keep Kotick on for another…

June 22, 2022 | 08:50 EDT

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Activision Says "No Evidence" Execs Ignored Harassment

An internal Activision Blizzard investigation has concluded that there is "no evidence" to suggest executives at the company intentionally ignored or downplayed employee harassment. The report, which…

June 16, 2022 | 10:17 EDT

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Activision Blizzard Sued by NYC Employee Pension Fund

Activision Blizzard has been sued in Delaware by the New York City Employees' Retirement System over allegations that Bobby Kotick was "unfit to negotiate a sale of the Company" and negatively…

May 4, 2022 | 01:42 EDT

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Activision Blizzard Urges Shareholders To Reject Harassment Report

Activision Blizzard is attempting to resist proposals by New York State to issue a yearly report regarding the company's harassment and abuse issues. The report would include how many harassment…

May 3, 2022 | 09:16 EDT

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Activision Blizzard Shareholder Sues Over Microsoft Acquisition

An Activision Blizzard shareholder is suing over alleged SEC Violations in documents submitted as part of its future acquisition by Microsoft. Earlier this year, it was announced that Microsoft…

February 24, 2022 | 07:31 EST

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Bobby Kotick's Loyal Board To Determine If He Gets Huge Bonus

Bobby Kotick could be set to receive a massive payout if his loyal friends on the Activision Blizzard board of directors deem that he's fixed workplace issues sufficiently. The beleaguered CEO could…

February 23, 2022 | 12:00 EST

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LEGO Overwatch 2 Set Put on Indefinite Hiatus

The fate of an upcoming Overwatch 2 LEGO set featuring the Titan is currently in limbo. LEGO has put the set on an indefinite delay as the company reviews its partnership with Activision Blizzard…

January 11, 2022 | 12:27 EST

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Blizzard Co-Head Mike Ybarra Sells WoW Raid Boosts, Sparking Debate on RMT

Blizzard Entertainment Co-Leader Mike Ybarra has recently sparked a debate across social media after it was discovered that his guild is selling WoW Raid Boosts in the MMORPG World of Warcraft.…

October 19, 2021 | 03:50 EDT

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[Updated] World of Warcraft Changes Coming In Wake of Lawsuit

Blizzard's World of Warcraft team has decided to release a statement on recent affairs, following internal conversations of the team, which include mention that there will be World of Warcraft…

July 27, 2021 | 10:15 EDT

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WOW Wrath of the Lich King Pandemic Game Releasing This Year

After being announced with a one-minute teaser earlier this month, World of Warcraft Wrath of the Lich King: A Pandemic System Game is releasing later this November for $59.99 on Z-Man's website and…

July 21, 2021 | 09:42 EDT