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

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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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.
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Diablo IV announced at BlizzCon 2019

Mon, 4th Nov 2019
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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.
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Destiny 2 boasts the largest console game launch week of the year

Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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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.
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Review: Overwatch is fun multiplayer mayhem

Wed, 1st Jun 2016
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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.
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Diablo III: Ultimate Evil Edition releasing in August

Mon, 12th May 2014
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Diablo III: Reaper of Souls - Ultimate Evil Edition brings all the fun of the popular game to console gamers in August.
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Warcraft wants casting ideas for movie

Tue, 2nd Oct 2012
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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.
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Mists of Pandaria sets release date

Tue, 24th Jul 2012
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World of Warcraft's biggest expansion, Mists of Pandaria, launches 25 Sept, bringing new races, a raised level cap, and fresh realms to explore.
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Hacking claims dog Diablo III

Fri, 25th May 2012
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Blizzard assures users the only breaches it has seen have come from password theft - but a lot of people aren't convinced.
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Blizzard goes to hell & back for Australian Diablo III fans

Tue, 15th May 2012
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Blizzard heroically steps in to save Australian Diablo III fans left stranded by a retailer's collapse, offering full credit for digital purchases.
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Diablo III launch site goes live

Wed, 11th Apr 2012
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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!.
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Countdown finally begins for Diablo III

Fri, 16th Mar 2012
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After a decade, Diablo III release date set for May 15, 2012, Blizzard reveals. Fans can expect five character classes and special WoW offer.
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Blizzard tempting ex-fans back to World of Warcraft

Wed, 7th Mar 2012
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Friends of retired players encouraged to invite them back to the game; so what kind of carrot is Blizzard offering?.
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Blizzard Entertainment to cut 600 staff

Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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Blizzard Entertainment to cut 600 staff, mostly from outside game development; WoW dev team remains unaffected, and Diablo III release stays on track.
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Diablo 3 coming to a console near you? - Updated

Thu, 12th Jan 2012
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Blizzard hints Diablo III may hit consoles, exploring potential beyond PC. No confirmation yet, focus remains on PC/Mac version.
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When Hell freezes over

Mon, 26th Sep 2011
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In a chilling twist, Blizzard delays Diablo III's release to 2012, aiming to meet high expectations after a decade since Diablo II.
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Blizzard posts World of Warcraft 'Firelands' preview clips

Thu, 28th Apr 2011
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Blizzard released World of Warcraft patch 4.1, Rise of the Zandalari, and now previews the fiery new content of Firelands in upcoming patch 4.2.
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Blizzard announces 'Memories of Blizzard' video contest

Wed, 23rd Mar 2011
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Blizzard Entertainment launches 'Memories of Blizzard' contest to mark 20th anniversary, inviting fans to share video memories for epic prizes.
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UPDATE: Diablo III confirmed for consoles

Fri, 18th Feb 2011
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Blizzard advertises for a rather-specific staff role that puts a console version of its upcoming action RPG beyond a shadow of a doubt.
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World of Warcraft: Cataclysm shatters PC-game sales record

Tue, 14th Dec 2010
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The latest expansion for World of Warcraft blitzes the previous record of 2.8 million copies in its first 24 hours of release.
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World of Warcraft: Cataclysm Collector's Edition announced

Wed, 18th Aug 2010
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Blizzard unveils World of Warcraft: Cataclysm Collector's Edition with exclusive content, art book, and in-game pet, enriching the gaming saga.