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Kiwis invited to sign up for the 2016 Hearthstone Championship Tour

Blizzard Entertainment have announced the 2016 Hearthstone World Championship, the largest Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft tournament in the world.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Nov 2015

Gaming

Diablo III console version neither confirmed nor denied

Blizzard's hints at a Diablo III console version leave fans in limbo, neither confirming nor denying its development, says Jay Wilson.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th May 2012

Gaming

Diablo III Collector's Edition treats

At last, Diablo III emerges from development limbo, bringing a Collector's Edition loaded with treats for loyal Blizzard fans.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Feb 2012

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LG Smart TVs introduce Xbox app for cloud gaming in 26 countries

LG has launched the Xbox app on Smart TVs in 26 countries, allowing users to stream Xbox games via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with a compatible controller.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025

Gaming

Diablo IV announced at BlizzCon 2019

An ancient evil threatens to engulf Sanctuary in darkness, and new heroes have been called upon to face challenges the world has never seen before.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2019

Gaming

Destiny 2 boasts the largest console game launch week of the year

Destiny 2 sets new engagement and digital sales records during launch week, becoming the top console game launch of the year, with PC release imminent.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Sep 2017

Gaming

Review: Overwatch is fun multiplayer mayhem

Overwatch is a new FPS online multiplayer game from Blizzard and it is very fun. You don't even have to be good at FPS games in order to enjoy it.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2016

Gaming

Heroes of the Storm finally gets local servers

Blizzard Entertainment is proud to announce that Heroes of the Storm will be getting game servers dedicated for gamers in Australia and New Zealand.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2014

Gaming

Diablo III: Ultimate Evil Edition releasing in August

Diablo III: Reaper of Souls - Ultimate Evil Edition brings all the fun of the popular game to console gamers in August.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Mon, 12th May 2014

Gaming

Warcraft wants casting ideas for movie

A Warcraft movie has been a long time in the making but Blizzard high-ups have asked for casting ideas to speed up the process.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Oct 2012

Gaming

Mists of Pandaria sets release date

World of Warcraft's biggest expansion, Mists of Pandaria, launches 25 Sept, bringing new races, a raised level cap, and fresh realms to explore.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Jul 2012

Gaming

Hacking claims dog Diablo III

Blizzard assures users the only breaches it has seen have come from password theft - but a lot of people aren't convinced.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th May 2012

Gaming

Blizzard goes to hell & back for Australian Diablo III fans

Blizzard heroically steps in to save Australian Diablo III fans left stranded by a retailer's collapse, offering full credit for digital purchases.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th May 2012

Gaming

Diablo III launch site goes live

Eager for Diablo III? The launch site is live, teasing new character classes each week and offering exclusive in-game sigils. Dive into the nostalgia!.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Apr 2012

Gaming

Countdown finally begins for Diablo III

After a decade, Diablo III release date set for May 15, 2012, Blizzard reveals. Fans can expect five character classes and special WoW offer.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 16th Mar 2012

Gaming

Blizzard tempting ex-fans back to World of Warcraft

Friends of retired players encouraged to invite them back to the game; so what kind of carrot is Blizzard offering?.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 7th Mar 2012

Gaming

Blizzard Entertainment to cut 600 staff

Blizzard Entertainment to cut 600 staff, mostly from outside game development; WoW dev team remains unaffected, and Diablo III release stays on track.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2012

Gaming