Blizzard schedules 35th anniversary franchise showcases

Blizzard lines up nonstop franchise showcases, flexing nostalgia, roadmaps, and future plans during its anniversary victory lap.

Blizzard anniversary showcase push

• Blizzard Entertainment launches a multi-event reveal slate.
• The push celebrates 35 years of the studio.
• Developers front the presentations.
• Each event targets a major franchise.

World of Warcraft spotlight details

• World of Warcraft leads the schedule.
• The stream runs on January 29, 2026.
• Blizzard promises modern and Classic roadmaps.
• Midnight expansion hints stay on the table.

Overwatch and Hearthstone follow-ups

• Overwatch gets a future-focused spotlight on February 4, 2026.
• Hearthstone takes the stage on February 9, 2026.
• Both shows tease upcoming content.
• Timing keeps momentum rolling.

Diablo caps the showcase run

• Diablo closes things out.
• The spotlight marks Diablo’s 30th anniversary.
• The stream airs February 11, 2026.
• Blizzard frames this as just the beginning.