Blizzard Entertainment recently made headlines at BlizzCon 2026 by announcing a new StarCraft title and Diablo 5, both of which have release dates set years into the future. StarCraft is expected to launch in 2030, while Diablo 5 is slated for Spring 2029.
Blizzard president Johanna Faries defended this decision, explaining that the early announcement was aimed at conveying confidence in the company’s ability to deliver major projects on time. In her words, “We’re a Blizzard that’s going to ship, and ship big, and ship on time.”
The decision to title the new StarCraft simply “StarCraft” was a strategic move to reassure fans about its staying true to the franchise’s roots, focusing on its strategy aspects for a modern audience. Faries emphasized their commitment to keeping the core identity while evolving for new players.
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