Tag Blizzard

John Barrymore October 31, 2023 2 minutes
Blizzard acknowledges concerns raised by the Community Council regarding leavers in Mythic+ content and indicates that they are actively discussing potential solutions internally. While there are no immediate announcements, they assure the community that they are aware of the issue and will provide updates when progress is made.
John Barrymore October 27, 2023 2 minutes
Blizzard has released the broadcast schedule for BlizzCon 2023, including panels and programming for World of Warcraft, Overwatch 2, Diablo IV, Hearthstone, and more. Whether you attend in person or virtually, you can catch all the action on Blizzard's YouTube and Twitch channels on November 3-4. Don't forget to check out the BlizzCon Collection for exclusive digital goodies and in-game items.
John Barrymore October 25, 2023 5 minutes
Get ready for epic 8v8 PvP action in Blizzard's new Battleground Blitz Brawl! This blog breaks down all the exciting details, from the team composition and map mechanics to the rewards and achievements you can earn. With faster-paced gameplay and new power up runes, it's time to put your skills to the test and dance in the battlegrounds.
John Barrymore October 25, 2023 2 minutes
Blizzard introduces a new 12-month subscription reward on the Battle.net shop, offering exclusive mounts and benefits for World of Warcraft players, including the Nightmarish Emerald Drake for Wrath of the Lich King Classic. Current 12-month subscribers will also receive additional gifts as a token of appreciation.
John Barrymore October 24, 2023 2 minutes
Blizzard has made a significant change to their Battle.net accounts, increasing the hourly instance limit to 10. This adjustment comes after players were experiencing issues with accessing their alt characters and should provide more flexibility and opportunities for gameplay. Additionally, the Headless Horseman event has had its instance limit doubled, allowing players to participate more without hitting the limit.
John Barrymore October 23, 2023 5 minutes
Blizzard has released a developer blog detailing the gear upgrade system changes coming in Patch 10.2. They are making adjustments to the length of upgrade tracks, including PvP gear in the system, eliminating extra inventory space usage, updating the crest cap, allowing trade-ups for higher-level crests, implementing crest fallbacks, and increasing item levels by 39 for the new season.
John Barrymore October 23, 2023 2 minutes
This week in WoW, Blizzard announces new promotions and events, including PvP Brawl, Arena Skirmish Event, and Wrath of the Lich King Timewalking. They also share developer insights on the Universal Upgrade System and introduce new customizations for Blood Elves and Druids. Plus, get ready for BlizzCon 2023 with additional tickets available and a new set of digital goodies for World of Warcraft and other Blizzard games.
John Barrymore October 21, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard updates Dragonflight Patch 10.2 with changes to Battleground Blitz and tuning for Demon Hunters, Priests, Rogues, and Warriors. Changes include increased resource acquisition in battlegrounds, damage reductions for certain abilities, and increased healing and damage for specific classes. Additionally, certain powerful abilities can now be used in Rated Battlegrounds.
John Barrymore October 18, 2023 2 minutes
This blog post introduces the Diablo IV Red Lilith Daughter of Hatred Statue, inspired by the epic cinematic from Diablo 4. Made from special blood PVC material, this collectible is available for purchase through the Blizzard Gear Store or at BlizzCon directly. Whether you choose to have it shipped or pick it up at the event, this statue is guaranteed to make any desk instantly iconic.
John Barrymore October 18, 2023 4 minutes
Blizzard has released the Dragonflight Patch 10.2 PTR Development notes, detailing updates and changes to classes and specializations in the game. The patch includes adjustments to abilities, damage increases, and fixes for various issues across multiple classes, providing players with a more balanced and enhanced gaming experience.
John Barrymore October 18, 2023 2 minutes
The blog post discusses the recent announcement by Blizzard regarding the drop mechanics of Very Rare Items in Patch 10.2. Instead of replacing an item in the loot table, these items will now have a chance to drop in addition to the regular loot. This change aims to make the drop rates more consistent and reduce frustration for players.
John Barrymore October 18, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard has made changes to the rate at which bosses drop tier armor in Season 3, resulting in fewer tier drops at the start of the season. However, the Revival Catalyst will be available to help players complete their set bonuses faster. This adjustment aims to bring players who prefer not to raid closer in progression to raiders.
John Barrymore October 17, 2023 2 minutes
Blizzard has addressed and resolved the Battle Pass and Season Journey issues in Diablo 4, ensuring that players can now progress reliably without any lockouts or missing rewards. The fix will be implemented soon, with no retroactive changes to previous progress. Claim your earned rewards and continue your journey in Season 2!
John Barrymore October 16, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard's latest blog post, This Week in WoW, highlights the upcoming Guardian's of the Dream content update for World of Warcraft. The update includes a new raid, outdoor zone, public events, and more. Additionally, the blog mentions a new promotion and provides information about BlizzCon 2023. Stay tuned for more details!
John Barrymore October 16, 2023 4 minutes
Blizzard has unveiled the high definition key art for Patch 10.2: Guardians of the Dream, showcasing the defenders of Amirdrassil preparing to defend the World Tree from Fyrakk's attack. The new patch, set to launch on November 7th, will transport players to the Emerald Dream in Dragonflight Season 3 for an epic battle to protect the new world tree.
John Barrymore October 16, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard's upcoming Patch 10.2 for Dragonflight introduces exciting new content including a new zone in the Emerald Dream, a new faction, Mythic+ rotation, PvP updates, and a new raid. Players can also expect dragonriding mounts, world flying, class reworks, and Druid form customization. Explore all the details in our Dragonflight Patch 10.2 overview.
John Barrymore October 15, 2023 4 minutes
Blizzard plans to reduce the effectiveness of Critical Damage and Vulnerable Damage calculations in Diablo 4 to address balance issues and promote more diverse builds. This change aims to create a better gaming experience by increasing build variety, making other damage affixes more viable, and addressing itemization problems.
John Barrymore October 12, 2023 3 minutes
This blog post features an interview with Blizzard developers Tim Jones and Dara Diba discussing the progress of Wrath Classic, the changes to Feral, strategies for addressing class stacking compositions in Icecrown Citadel, and the future of WoW Classic and Blizzcon.
John Barrymore October 11, 2023 6 minutes
Blizzard has announced a new Brawl with the Blues event happening on October 13th, where players can join the World of Warcraft development team in playtesting Battleground Blitz. The update also includes changes to cross-faction support, rewards, and deserter penalties.
John Barrymore October 11, 2023 7 minutes
Blizzard has released the Dragonflight Patch 10.2: Guardians of the Dream PTR development notes, featuring new tuning and design changes for multiple classes. The update includes adjustments to abilities, damage increases, set bonuses, and more, aimed at enhancing gameplay and character power.
John Barrymore October 11, 2023 3 minutes
This week in World of Warcraft, Blizzard has announced the Fall of the Lich King content update, featuring new dungeons, a random dungeon finder, and the opening of Icecrown Citadel. Players can face the Lich King in either Normal or Heroic modes and undertake the Shadowmourne Legendary quest chain. Stay updated on the official World of Warcraft news site for more details and events happening this week.
John Barrymore October 09, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard has released the BlizzCon Collection, a bundle of digital goodies for World of Warcraft and other Blizzard games. In-person attendees will receive the Legendary Pack, while the Epic Pack is available for purchase for players at $29.99.
John Barrymore October 09, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard has clarified that the announced changes to Renown in Diablo 4 Season 2 will also apply to Hardcore characters. This means Hardcore players will benefit from faster renown gains and persistent renown rewards across seasons. However, character progress will not transfer if a Hardcore character dies before the season ends.
John Barrymore October 07, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard has announced that Season 2 in Diablo 4 will feature a new boss encounter, Duriel, King of Maggots, who will drop Uber Unique items. This comes as exciting news for players who have been hunting for these rare items, but also raises questions about the drop rates and how challenging it will be to unlock the boss fight. Share your thoughts on this change in the comments.
John Barrymore October 07, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard announces a new update for Season 2 in Diablo 4, where Hardcore players will be teleported to a safe location after a game disconnect. This change aims to address the issue of players being exposed to threats when disconnected and allows them to consume important items even while disconnected. Share your thoughts on whether this change makes the game too easy or if a safe disconnect feature should be a standard in every modern ARPG.