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Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2 Delayed

Adam Krolak, 03 November 2021, 10:21

Blizzard is delaying the releases of Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2. This is likely an aftermath of the company's recent problems.

BlizzCon Indefinitely Canceled

Michael Zegar, 27 October 2021, 09:47

Blizzard issued a statement in which it informed that the organization of BlizzCon will be indefinitely suspended. In the statement, the company spoke about the future of the event, as well as the announcements planned for its canceled edition.

Blizzard Removes References to Former Overwatch Director

Michael Zegar, 29 September 2021, 17:23

The Blizzard controversy continues. A reference to former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan has been removed from the upcoming Overwatch 2. A handful of information about Bastion gameplay changes have also been revealed.

Overwatch 2's Executive Producer Leaves Blizzard

Przemyslaw Dygas, 22 September 2021, 11:47

Blizzard Entertainment has lost another important employee. Chacko Sonny, the executive producer of Overwatch 2, is leaving the company.

Blizzard to Rename McCree in the Wake of Recent Scandal

Adrian Werner, 27 August 2021, 14:30

Blizzard is going to rename of the character known as McCree in Overwatch. The reason is that this character was named after a developer who was recently fired for unprofessional behavior.

Overwatch 2 Not Coming Out in 2022? New Speculations

Michal Ciezadlik, 09 August 2021, 14:15

As reported by one of the insiders associated with Overwatch 2, all indications are that Blizzard's game will not be released in 2022.

Overwatch 2 Reaches an Important Milestone, New Details Coming Soon

Ignacy Ziarkiewicz, 04 August 2021, 15:01

Blizzard has shared new data as part of its quarterly financial summary. The company's presentation included information on the status of Overwatch 2.

Overwatch 2 Teams Will Have 5 Players Each

Bart Swiatek, 21 May 2021, 11:48

Devs from Blizzard Entertainment held a stream, during which they revealed some new information about the shooter Overwatch 2. The most interesting detail is the reduced number of players in the team. New maps and changes in the appearance of characters were also shown.

Overwatch 2 PvP Gameplay Next Week

Adrian Werner, 12 May 2021, 14:38

A two-hour stream is planned for next week, showcasing the PvP mode in Overwatch 2.

Another Key Dev Leaves Blizzard, Overwatch 2 Not in Danger

Hubert Sledziewski, 20 April 2021, 23:26

One of the veterans of Blizzard Entertainment, Jeff Kaplan, is leaving the company after 19 years. Overwatch's director did not explain his decision, but the game's sequel is said to be unaffect.

New Info on Overwatch 2; PvP Changes, New Maps and Skills

Paul Musiolik, 20 February 2021, 15:32

During the panel dedicated to Overwatch 2 we learned a lot of new information about Blizzard's upcoming game. Two maps were shown, new passive hero skills and changes in game modes were revealed.

Former Overwatch Writer Is Creating a New “Multiplayer Character Action Game”

Mathias Zulpo, 14 February 2021, 01:22

Blizzard’s ex-senior writer for Overwatch – Michael Chu – is reportedly working on an ambitious triple-A multiplayer title. And it won’t be an Overwatch reskin.

Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2 No Sooner Than 2022

Adrian Werner, 05 February 2021, 14:23

Activision announced that we shouldn't expect Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2 this year. However, the refreshed version of a classic game is to be revealed soon. Many people are betting that it's a remake of Diablo 2.

Overwatch 2 May Launch Only at the End of 2021

Adrian Werner, 21 December 2020, 13:24

A new artbook may suggest that we will wait a lot longer what expected for Overwatch 2. There are many indications that the game will be released only at the end of next year.

Overwatch 2 Leak Suggests Release Date

Adrian Werner, 19 October 2020, 13:21

There is a credible leak on the web, according to which Overwatch 2 will be available next February.

BlizzOnline Will Replace BlizzCon Next Year

Adrian Werner, 22 September 2020, 11:03

Blizzard Entertainment has announced BlizzOnline, a virtual event to replace the BlizzCon.

Overwatch Writer Leaves Blizzard

Jacob Blazewicz, 12 March 2020, 13:32

Michael Chu has announced his departure from Blizzard Entertainment. The main screenwriter of the Overwatch series leaves the company after almost 20 years of work, but still wants to create stories for video games.

Sooner or Later, Overwatch 1 and 2 Will Have a Common Client

Bart Swiatek, 08 November 2019, 12:27

In a conversation with Kotaku journalists Jeff Kaplan noted that both parts of Overwatch will sooner or later be based on the same client. He also admitted that the continuation is the reason why the first game now receives less new content.

The Release Date of Overwatch 2 May Be Revealed a Year From Now

Agnes Adamus, 04 November 2019, 22:59

During BlizzCon 2019, Overwatch 2, the sequel to the online FPS, was announced. As it turns out, we'll have to wait for the launch of the title. Game director - Jeff Kaplan - admitted that the announcement of the game's release date may take place even during the next year's edition of the event.

Almost Two Hours of Gameplay From Overwatch 2

Konrad Serafinski, 03 November 2019, 17:45

An almost two-hour-long gameplay from Overwatch 2 has been released online, coming from BlizzCon and featuring PvP gameplay from Blizzard's new online shooter.

Blizzard Announces Overwatch 2 - Cinematic and Gameplay Trailers

Agnes Adamus, 01 November 2019, 21:49

During the opening ceremony of this year's edition of BlizzCon, Overwatch 2, the sequel to the online FPS shooter, was announced. In connection with this, trailers presenting the plot and gameplay fragments were shown.

Overwatch 2 Will Copy Fortnite Chapter 2 and Replace Previous Version?

Adrian Werner, 28 October 2019, 13:28

There are new rumors about Overwatch 2, claiming that the game will not be available in parallel with the first installment of the game. Instead, it will replace the original, and the entire community will be automatically moved to the second game. In addition, the franchise plans to switch to a free-to-play model.

Overwatch 2 on BlizzCon? Alleged Game Logo Surfaces

Adrian Werner, 27 October 2019, 20:02

If we believe the leaks, Blizzard Entertainment will announce Overwatch 2 during BlizzCon 2019. Graphics presenting the game logo have already appeared online.

Former Blizzard Employee on Company Condition and New Projects

Michael Kulakowski, 26 June 2019, 10:31

Anonymous and disappointed former Blizzard employee allegedly published some sensitive information about the terrible state of his employer. He also provided details of various studio projects, including Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2.