| Event | BlizzCon 2008 |  |
| Type | Convention | |
| Date/s | Fri Oct 10, 2008 12:00am - Sat Oct 11, 2008 12:00am | |
| Location | Anaheim, California | |
| Description | Back by popular demand, and now with 50% more hall space for your convention- going enjoyment, BlizzCon officially returns to the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA, on October 10-11. Join us for another epic celebration -- meet your guildmates and fellow gamers from around the world; spend some quality time with current and upcoming Blizzard games; and partake in the contests, tournaments, and developer discussion panels that make up BlizzCon. Check out the press release to learn more, and stay tuned for further updates. | |
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BlizzCon 2008 Articles
Thu Oct 16, 2008 9:51am
During BlizzCon, World of Warcraft Production Director J. Allen Brack, confirmed suspicions that a form of micro-transactions for character customizations is in the works. No other details were divulged. Character gender and race alternatives are likely candidates. Classes that were created and pigeon-holed to a certain race based on racial skills that were later removed opened a demand for change.
Many MMOG players view the standard subscription as a bastion against alternative revenue models that offer in-game incentives or alterations in exchange for real money. Many thought Blizzard Entertainment was on their side. Not anymore, the titan is becoming more blatant about adopting their own alternative revenue systems, but the truth is World of Warcraft’s own anti-RMT (real money trade) stance became a sham long ago and the following two examples prove it.
Many MMOG players view the standard subscription as a bastion against alternative revenue models that offer in-game incentives or alterations in exchange for real money. Many thought Blizzard Entertainment was on their side. Not anymore, the titan is becoming more blatant about adopting their own alternative revenue systems, but the truth is World of Warcraft’s own anti-RMT (real money trade) stance became a sham long ago and the following two examples prove it.
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Wed Oct 15, 2008 3:07pm
Just a few days ago, we revealed that StarCraft II would not be released as a single, massive game, but instead become a trilogy. Today, we've received some new details clarifying the nature of the "trilogy", presented in a question and answer format.
Firstly, it will not be three separate games. Instead, The StarCraft II Trilogy will consist of the "base game", and two expansion packs that will be released at a later stage. The base game (with a working subtitle of Wings of Liberty) will follow the Terrans, with a central focus on Jim Raynor. The first expansion, Heart of the Swarm (again, a working title) will focus on the Zerg and Sarah Kerrigan. The second expansion set, Legacy of the Void will see the Protoss story unfold at length.
Today, more details have emerged, which should assuage any uncertainties or misconceptions that were raised by the trilogy announcement.
Firstly, it will not be three separate games. Instead, The StarCraft II Trilogy will consist of the "base game", and two expansion packs that will be released at a later stage. The base game (with a working subtitle of Wings of Liberty) will follow the Terrans, with a central focus on Jim Raynor. The first expansion, Heart of the Swarm (again, a working title) will focus on the Zerg and Sarah Kerrigan. The second expansion set, Legacy of the Void will see the Protoss story unfold at length.
Today, more details have emerged, which should assuage any uncertainties or misconceptions that were raised by the trilogy announcement.
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Sun Oct 12, 2008 5:31am
We're back at BlizzCon 2008, all ready to learn some more about what's being planned for StarCraft II. This panel features Chris Metzen and Andrew Chambers, talking about Lore.
Following the revelations from yesterday, it'll be interesting to see what transpires... let's tune in!
Following the revelations from yesterday, it'll be interesting to see what transpires... let's tune in!
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Sat Oct 11, 2008 2:26pm
It turns out Blizzard Entertainment is prepared. With the upcoming World of Warcraft expansion, Wrath of the Lich King set to debut on November 14th in Australia, it’s no surprise Arthas and his cronies in Northrend have hit Golden master.
Blizzard President and co-founder Mike Morhaime confirmed the milestone during BlizzCon and stated the manufacturing process has already begun. It’s quite a daunting endeavor as millions of boxes have to be assembled and shipped out ahead of time for the worldwide launch.
Blizzard President and co-founder Mike Morhaime confirmed the milestone during BlizzCon and stated the manufacturing process has already begun. It’s quite a daunting endeavor as millions of boxes have to be assembled and shipped out ahead of time for the worldwide launch.
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Sat Oct 11, 2008 10:03am
And now, it's back to Diablo III, to learn a bit more about the history and philosophy of the gameplay.
Jay Wilson has returned to the stage, so let's see what he has to say!
Jay Wilson has returned to the stage, so let's see what he has to say!
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