BlizzCon 2021, the virtual event hosted by Blizzard Entertainment, revealed updates on several popular games. World of Warcraft’s upcoming expansion, “Shadowlands”, set to release later this year and “Burning Crusade Classic”, which will allow players to experience the game’s first expansion. Hearthstone is releasing a new expansion, “Forged in the Barrens,” and making its way to mobile platforms. Diablo fans have an upcoming release of the remastered version of “Diablo II: Resurrected” and a first look at “Diablo IV.” Overwatch is receiving a new hero, Echo, a new map, “Kanezaka,” and a new game mode, “Free-for-All Deathmatch.” Overall, BlizzCon 2021 was a huge success.
BlizzCon 2021: Breaking News and Updates on All Your Favorite Blizzard Games
Blizzard Entertainment
BlizzCon 2021 officially kicked off with a virtual opening ceremony on Friday, February 19th. Blizzard Entertainment, the company behind some of the most popular and beloved games of all time, had much to reveal and showcase over the course of the two-day event.
World of Warcraft
World of Warcraft, Blizzard’s massively multiplayer online role-playing game, had fans eagerly awaiting news and updates. The announcement of the upcoming expansion, “Shadowlands”, had fans buzzing. “Shadowlands” is set to release later this year and will take players on a journey to the afterlife. Blizzard also announced the release of “Burning Crusade Classic”, which will allow players to experience the game’s first expansion.
Hearthstone
Hearthstone, Blizzard’s popular collectible card game, had some exciting announcements as well. Fans can look forward to a new expansion, “Forged in the Barrens,” set to release in March. Blizzard also announced that Hearthstone would be making its way to mobile platforms for the first time, giving players the ability to play on-the-go.
Diablo
Diablo fans had a lot to be excited about at this year’s BlizzCon. Blizzard announced the upcoming release of “Diablo II: Resurrected,” a remastered version of the classic game from 2000. Fans also got a first look at “Diablo IV,” the highly anticipated fourth installment in the series.
Overwatch
Blizzard’s popular hero shooter, Overwatch, also had a few announcements to share. The game is set to receive a new hero, Echo, who was first introduced in the game’s cinematics. Fans also got a sneak peek at a new map, “Kanezaka,” and a new game mode, “Free-for-All Deathmatch.”
Conclusion
Overall, BlizzCon 2021 was a huge success for Blizzard Entertainment and its fans. With exciting announcements and updates on some of the most beloved games of all time, it’s sure to leave gamers eagerly awaiting the release of new content.