Local publishing partner NetEase has issued a response following Activision Blizzard’s announcement that game services in China would be shutdown this coming January, and we’re examining the leadup and impact of the tumultuous decision which will impac…
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Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase Suspending Services in China on January 23, 2023
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that it will be suspending services in China on January 23, 2023, due to their current licensing agreement expiring with NetEase.World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, Hearthstone: March of the Lich King, and season 2 of …
Blizzard GearFest Week 3 — Alexstrasza Statue, WotLK Blanket, Diablo Tarot Deck & Koozies
In our continuing coverage of Blizzard Gear Store’s GearFest we have Week 3’s drops containing a 20" Alexstrasza Statue, WotLK Map Blanket, Diablo Tarot Deck & Guide, Exploring Azeroth: Northrend Book, and just over a dozen can coolers (or koo…
Blizzard GearFest Week 2 — Winter Apparel: Beanies, Hoodies, Jackets & Long-Sleeve T’s
In our continuing coverage of Blizzard Gear Store’s GearFest we have Week 2’s drops containing primarily winter apparel. It’s definitely getting colder outside and if you’re looking for something to keep you warm and convey your admiration for a Blizza…
EU Commission Launches New Probe into Microsoft Merger with Activision Blizzard
The European Commission has begun a new phase in their review of the proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft, opening an in-depth investigation to assess whether the merger may reduce market competition or foreclose access to high prof…
Activision Blizzard Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results – Microsoft Merger Expected Mid-2023
Activision Blizzard has released its third quarter financial results for the year of 2022, announcing stronger-than-expected earnings and reaffirming that the Microsoft merger is expected to complete by the middle of next year, though an interesting fo…
Blizzard GearFest: Week 1 – 2022 Key Art, Dragonflight Water Bottle, Pins & Gift-away!
As revealed in our recent post, Blizzard has relaunched Blizzard GearFest for the 2022 holiday season! Each week new merchandise will drop for your favorite franchises, including World of Warcraft. This first week has revealed a 2022 GearFest Key Art f…
New 12-Month Subscription Offer for Wrath Classic and Dragonflight Includes New Mounts
A new 12-month World of Warcraft subscription offer includes many mounts for both Wrath Classic and Dragonflight!Purchase 12-Month SubscriptionThis option costs $155.88 and includes the previous mount offers AND the following new items:Continue reading »