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Blizzard reveals Diablo 5 and StarCraft release dates years in advance

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Blizzard Entertainment has announced release dates for Diablo 5 and a new StarCraft title, aiming for spring 2029 and 2030 respectively. The company stated this early announcement strategy is intended to build confidence in their major upcoming projects, despite the long lead times. This move comes in the wake of significant layoffs within the studio. AI

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Blizzard reveals Diablo 5 and StarCraft release dates years in advance

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