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Blizzard Entertainment is planning a major 2026, celebrating its 35th anniversary with key events including the return of BlizzCon, new updates for Diablo IV, the launch of the 'Midnight' expansion for World of Warcraft, and the 10th anniversary of Overwatch, signaling a bold and modernized future for the company.
At BlizzCon, Blizzard announced three upcoming expansions for World of Warcraft, collectively known as "The Worldsoul Saga," which will span the next six or seven years. The first expansion, War Within, will focus on Anduin Wrynn, a beloved character who has grown and evolved alongside players over the past two decades. Anduin's return in War Within, with a new look and a burden of doubts and regrets, marks a significant milestone for the game's 20th anniversary. His story reflects the evolution of World of Warcraft itself, allowing players to witness a living, breathing creation that has developed and flourished over a significant part of their lives.
BlizzCon 2023 showcased a variety of elaborate cosplays based on Blizzard's games, including Overwatch 2, World of Warcraft, and Diablo 4. The event marked the return of in-person conventions and featured announcements of new expansions for World of Warcraft, a new hero for Overwatch 2, and a forthcoming expansion for Diablo 4. Cosplayers displayed their meticulously crafted costumes, ranging from characters like Junker Queen and Inarius to World of Warcraft quest givers.
Blizzard revealed new heroes coming to Overwatch 2, including the game's first nonbinary hero named Venture, a Canadian "swashbuckling archeologist" who wields a massive drill. Venture can burrow underground, attack from beneath, and has an explosive projectile and dash move. The next support hero, codenamed Space Ranger, was also teased, along with an unnamed tank hero.
Diablo 4 fans were left underwhelmed after Blizzard's campfire chat at BlizzCon, as the developers were not ready to share much about the future of the game. While some plans were discussed, such as a seasonal event and weekly leaderboards, fans felt it was not enough and criticized the lack of information about the upcoming expansion. Many felt that Blizzard missed an opportunity to capitalize on the game's recent positive feedback and address concerns about its unfinished state.
Blizzard announced that Diablo IV will receive its first expansion titled "Vessel of Hatred," set to launch in late 2024, featuring a new jungle-like region and a new class. Additionally, World of Warcraft Classic will revisit the Cataclysm expansion, while the modern live game will receive three expansions as part of "The Worldsoul Saga," starting with "The War Within" next year. The expansions will introduce new zones, dungeons, raids, and improvements to the flying experience, with a focus on convenience for players with multiple characters.
BlizzCon 2023's opening ceremony featured updates on various Blizzard games, including World of Warcraft's new saga called The War Within, the announcement of Cataclysm Classic for World of Warcraft Classic, previews of new heroes and game modes for Overwatch 2, a glimpse at Diablo 4's upcoming expansion Vessel of Hatred, details on Hearthstone's Showdown in the Badlands expansion and co-op Battlegrounds mode, the release of the mobile game Warcraft Rumble, and Xbox chief Phil Spencer laying out a mission statement for the future collaboration between Xbox and Blizzard.
World of Warcraft's three-expansion Worldsoul Saga was announced at BlizzCon, featuring The War Within, Midnight, and The Last Titan. The expansions will explore familiar parts of Azeroth, with The War Within focusing on the reaction caused by Sargeras' sword, Midnight delving into a clash between the Void and the forces of Light, and The Last Titan unveiling the secrets of the Titans. The Saga promises a cosmic war between Void and Light, with new features and zones to be introduced in the upcoming expansions.
Blizzard announces the next three expansions in World of Warcraft, collectively known as World of Warcraft: The Worldsoul Saga, at BlizzCon 2023. The first expansion, titled "The War Within," will be released next year and will take players to subterranean kingdoms. The second expansion, "Midnight," will focus on Void forces invading Quel'thalas, while the third expansion, "The Last Titan," will explore a conspiracy surrounding the Titans in Northrend. A new cinematic teases the resolution of the giant sword plunged into Azeroth. The current expansion, Dragonflight, has been well-received, and a new patch, Guardians of the Emerald Dream, is set to release soon.
At BlizzCon 2023, World of Warcraft Executive Producer announced that WoW Classic will progress to Cataclysm Classic in 2024, featuring changes based on player feedback. Players can expect to face Deathwing in the first half of 2024.
During the BlizzCon opening ceremony, the Diablo IV team announced a new expansion called "Vessel of Hatred" set to release late next year, introducing a new region, new gameplay elements, and a new class. They also revealed upcoming features such as The Gauntlet, a weekly challenge dungeon, and the Midwinter Blight seasonal event starting on December 12. Additionally, they mentioned the introduction of unique rings and an enchanting preview feature for the Occultist class, as well as the Abattoir of Zir end-game event. The team expressed gratitude for player feedback, which has influenced various quality-of-life updates and improvements.
Blizzard has released its new free-to-play tower defense strategy game, Warcraft Rumble, a day ahead of the BlizzCon opening ceremony. The mobile game features familiar characters from the World of Warcraft universe and offers a single-player campaign, co-op, and PvP modes. The BlizzCon event marks Blizzard's first in-person gathering since the pandemic and is expected to reveal updates on Diablo 4 and a new fantasy franchise game. Warcraft Rumble is now available on the iOS App Store and Google Play.
Warcraft Rumble, the free-to-play mobile strategy game from Blizzard, made a surprise early appearance on iOS and Google Play, a day before its intended release during Blizzcon. Players can now install and play the game, which features a single-player campaign and multiplayer battles. The game allows players to collect minis and battle against popular bosses and characters from the Warcraft franchise. Published by Blizzard Entertainment, Warcraft Rumble is part of Microsoft's efforts to expand its presence in the mobile gaming sector following its acquisition of Activision Blizzard King.
The BlizzCon Collection, a set of digital goodies and in-game items, is now available for purchase. In-person attendees of BlizzCon will receive the Legendary Pack of items included with their admission. The collection includes items from World of Warcraft, Diablo IV, Overwatch 2, Hearthstone, and Warcraft Rumble. Two bundles, Epic Pack and Legendary Pack, offer various items and discounts. Visit the Battle.net store to purchase.
Blizzard has announced that BlizzCon 2023 will take place on November 3 and 4 in Anaheim, California, with tickets going on sale on July 8. General admission tickets cost $299 and include a live event ticket, in-game goodies, the official BlizzCon backpack, and early access to the BlizzCon store. A $799 Portal Pass ticket is also available, offering additional perks such as separate registration and security lines, exclusive lounge access, and early entrance to the convention center. The event will feature immersive installations and news on Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch, with all on-stage content being livestreamed for free.