Content overview: “Blizzard’s 2029 and 2030 Roadmap Reveals Future Vision — But What About World of Warcraft:”. At this year’s BlizzCon, Blizzard Entertainment stunned fans with unprecedented transparency by announcing release dates for two major franchises: Diablo 5... At this year’s BlizzCon, Blizzard Entertainment stunned fans with unprecedented transparency by announcing release dates for two major franchises: Diablo 5 in 2029 and a new open-world StarCraft shooter set for 2030. The reveal marked a shift from the company’s traditionally guarded roadmap, signaling long-term strategic planning.
Yet, amid the excitement surrounding these distant projects, the absence of any update on World of Warcraft: Forever—Blizzard’s ongoing, free-to-play iteration of the iconic MMO—left many players wondering why the flagship franchise was overlooked. With over 10 million active monthly players still engaged in WoW Classic and its expansions, the silence around WoW: Forever raises questions about future direction and investment priorities. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.