Blizzard Entertainment is set to host a series of livestreams to unveil future developments for its major franchises: World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and Diablo. These events are part of the company's 35th anniversary celebrations and will be streamed on the official YouTube and Twitch channels of each game.
Showcase Schedule:
- World of Warcraft: State of Azeroth
- Date & Time: January 29 at 9:00 a.m. PT / 12:00 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: World of Warcraft YouTube and Twitch channels
- Overwatch Spotlight
- Date & Time: February 4 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: Overwatch YouTube and Twitch channels
- Hearthstone Spotlight
- Date & Time: February 9 at 9:30 a.m. PT / 12:30 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: Hearthstone YouTube and Twitch channels
- Diablo 30th Anniversary Spotlight
- Date & Time: February 11 at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: Diablo YouTube and Twitch channels
These presentations aim to provide insights into the future of each game, with Blizzard emphasizing that these updates are part of a broader vision for the company's direction in collaboration with its dedicated player community. (news.blizzard.com)
In addition to the showcases, Blizzard has announced the return of BlizzCon in 2026, scheduled for September 12–13 at the Anaheim Convention Center in California. This event will feature major announcements and celebrations, marking a significant milestone in Blizzard's history. (windowscentral.com)
Sources:
- Blizzard Entertainment's official announcement: (news.blizzard.com)
- BlizzCon 2026 announcement: (windowscentral.com)