For the first time since 2019, BlizzCon is returning to its traditional form. While Blizzard’s convention held an online ceremony in 2021, it has not been hosted as an in-person event since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. That changes today with the 2023 edition, which sees fans returning to the Anaheim Convention Center to get all the news on the studio’s games.
It all kicks off with an Opening Ceremony that’ll give players updates on titles like Overwatch 2, World of Warcraft, and more. It’s an especially important moment for Blizzard, as its happening very shortly after Microsoft completed its acquisition of the company this fall. Due to that move, all eyes are on the BlizzCon stage this year. Could we perhaps get some news on Blizzard titles coming to Game Pass? Will Xbox’s Phil Spencer make a cameo? If you can’t watch live, don’t worry; we’re keeping track of all the news right here as it comes in.
Phil Spencer lays out a mission statement for Blizzard
While not exactly an announcement, BlizzCon opened with an important moment as Xbox chief Phil Spencer took the stage. Spencer didn’t come with any news (like Blizzard games coming to Game Pass), but he did lay out a bit of a mission statement for Xbox’s relationship with the company. He gave a shout out to the long-defunct Starcraft series, hinted that Blizzard games are coming to Xbox, and notes that the company will work closely with Blizzard to build its future. It was a big PR moment for the company that set the stage for the future without confirming anything new.
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