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Brian Holinka Leaving Blizzard This Friday to Join Greg Street at Unnamed Independent Studio
After 11 years, Lead Combat Designer Brian Holinka has announced his departure from Blizzard Entertainment, sharing plans to begin a new adventure with former mentor Greg Street (aka Ghostcrawler).
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China Unconditionally Approves Microsoft Acquisition of Activision Blizzard
China's State Administration for Market Regulation has unconditionally approved Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, making it the 37th country to support the deal.
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Blizzard Pride 2023 "Show Your Colors" Merchandise Now For Sale, Benefiting the National Center for Transgender Equality
Blizzard Entertainment and the
Blizzard LGBTQ+ Employee Network
bring this year’s Pride collection to the community. Net proceeds that Blizzard receives from Blizzard’s e-commerce store operator from purchases towards Pride collection products, will be donated to the
National Center for Transgender Equality
for sales made from May 16 through June 30, 2023.
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BlizzCon 2023 Dates Revealed: November 3rd and 4th
Blizzard has officially announced that BlizzCon 2023 will happen November 3-4, 2023!
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European Commission Approves Microsoft Acquisition of Activision Blizzard
EU regulators have cleared Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, finding the deal would have no incentive to refuse to distribute games to Sony or harm console competition. The UK remains opposed, though an appeal on Tuesday could overturn.
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BlizzCon 2023 Details to Be Revealed Within Two Weeks
Blizzard Entertainment President Mike Ybarra once again took to Twitter to share BlizzCon 2023 news is coming soon, within two weeks.
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Activision Blizzard First Quarter 2023 Financial Results - Strong Performance From Blizzard and Mobile Games
Activision Blizzard has released first quarter financial results for the year of 2023, announcing strong earnings and double-digit growth in total mobile revenue - led by Candy Crush, CoD: Mobile, and Diablo Immortal.
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UK Competition Markets Authority Moves to Block Microsoft Acquisition of Activision Blizzard
The U.K. Competition Markets Authority has moved to block Microsoft's Acquisition of Activision Blizzard, citing concerns over competition in cloud gaming. Calling it far from the final word, Microsoft and Activision are working on an appeal.
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NetEase Isn't Suing Blizzard - A Disgruntled Gamer Is
Following news that NetEase was suing Blizzard Entertainment for $43.5 million in refunds, Activision Blizzard responded by stating no complaints have been received. We've since discovered that NetEase isn't suing Blizzard at all - a disgruntled gamer is.
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NetEase Files Lawsuit Against Blizzard Entertainment... Or Did They? New Updates
Former Chinese publishing partner NetEase has filed a lawsuit against Blizzard Entertainment, seeking ¥300 million Yuan (roughly $43.5 million USD) in refunds for discontinued games and services to more than 1.12 million players since the shutdown last January.
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Authenticator Now Part of the Battle.net Mobile App for iOS
In a recent update, Blizzard has included the Authenticator as part of the iOS version of the Battle.net mobile app.
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BlizzCon Update from Blizzard President Mike Ybarra - More Info Coming Soon™
In a brief post on Twitter, Blizzard Entertainment President Mike Ybarra let players know that BlizzCon 2023 planning is still underway. Although no specifics were shared, more information should be coming soon™.
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Blizzard Legends & Lore Book Bundle Now Available - Humble Bundle Deal!
Brush up on some of the most iconic lore in the Blizzard universe with the Legends & Lore Humble Bundle - including stories from World of Warcraft, Diablo, and Starcraft!
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Ghostcrawler Announces Formation of New Independent Remote Studio
Greg Street is starting a new remote games development studio! Better known as Ghostcrawler, the former Warcraft Lead Systems Designer served as Executive Producer of Riot Game's League of Legends MMO before unexpectedly announcing his departure last month.
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Activision Blizzard Celebrates International Women's Month Throughout March
Activision Blizzard is celebrating International Women's Month throughout March, highlighting the experiences, contributions, and achievements of its female employees.
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CWA Files Charges Against Activision Blizzard Following Firings
The Communications Workers of America has filed new charges against Activision Blizzard after two Quality Assurance testers were fired for using profane and abusive language in protest of the company's decision to end most work from home practices.
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Microsoft Signs Deals to Bring Games to Nintendo and NVIDIA GeForce Now
Following a hearing with the European Commission, Microsoft President Brad Smith announced a new deal to bring all Xbox PC games to competing cloud service NVIDIA GeForce Now, alongside a 10-year agreement to bring Call of Duty to the Nintendo Switch!
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All-Hands Meeting at Blizzard Entertainment Undermines Concerns and Frustrates Employees
Employees are left frustrated and demoralized after an all-hands meeting in which Blizzard Entertainment President Mike Ybarra addressed controversial subjects including stack rankings, reduced profit sharing, and an upcoming return to office mandate.
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Activision Blizzard Ending Work-From-Home Policies - Employees Expected to Return to Office This Summer
An Activision Blizzard spokesperson has confirmed that the company will be ending most work-from-home practices, with Blizzard Entertainment employees being required to spend at least three days a week in office starting on July 10th.
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Big Savings on Dragonflight and Classic During Blizzard's Valentine's Sale!
Blizzard has announced their Valentine's Day sales from today till February 27th. Feel the love with sales on Dragonflight, the Ultimate Cuddly Pack pet bundle, and Northrend Heroic/Epic Upgrades for Wrath Classic.
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