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Tuesday30th Jan 2024
News Call Of Duty Exec Is Appointed As Blizzard's New President
Times are a-changin'
Following the departure of Mike Ybarra from Blizzard just last week, Microsoft has announced that Johanna Faries has now been appointed as the new President of the formidable subsidiary. Faries is currently serving as General Manager for the Call of Duty franchise, with her new role at Blizzard effective from February 5th,...
Saturday20th Feb 2021
News Get A Stack Of Extra Goodies In Blizzard's 30th Anniversary Celebration Collection
Includes the new Blizzard Arcade Collection
If you're interested in purchasing the Blizzard Arcade Collection for your Nintendo Switch, you might want to consider Blizzard's 30-year celebration collection instead. This pack not only includes Blizzard's new retro arcade collection but also a cache of commemorative in-game content for Overwatch and
Monday17th Feb 2020
News Overwatch And Diablo Animated Series Are In Development
Getting animated
Following the success of series like Castlevania, it would seem that many video game publishers are looking for ways to leverage their catalogue of IP in the realm of streaming TV shows – and Blizzard appears to be the next in line. Thanks to the
Friday17th May 2019
News Blizzard Open To More Nintendo Collaborations And Is "Super-Happy" With Diablo On Switch
"Nintendo's been a great partner"
Diablo III: Eternal Collection was easily one of the best games released on the Switch last year. The only problem is we now want more Blizzard IP on the hybrid system. Although Blizzard is currently preparing for the release of World of Warcraft Classic, it's safe to say it hasn't forgotten about Nintendo's latest...
Friday18th Jan 2019
Legendary power awaits
Today sees the introduction of Diablo III's Season 16, and there are plenty of goodies waiting for you when it eventually drops. Season 16 comes alongside a new patch, carrying with it a new theme in which all Seasonal players will benefit from the legendary power of the Ring of Royal Grandeur. There are new cosmetic rewards...
Saturday5th Jan 2019
News Revisit The Past In Diablo III's Darkening Of Tristram Anniversary Event
Relive the glory days
For the first time ever, the Nintendo Switch version of Diablo III: Eternal Collection will play host to the Darkening of Tristram anniversary event. This limited-time event - which runs until 31st January - allows veterans and newcomers alike the chance to explore the franchise's past history by playing through the original...
Friday7th Dec 2018
News Celebrate The Game Awards With These Switch eShop Deals (North America)
Up to 50 percent off
If you happen to live in North America, you're in for a treat. In celebration of The Game Awards, Nintendo is offering up to 50 percent off the eShop versions of all nominated games and has also reduced the prices on a few other games that were previously nominated. Nintendo's Super Mario Odyssey is 30 percent off its regular...
Wednesday14th Nov 2018
News The Diablo III HOME Menu Icon On Nintendo Switch Has Finally Been Updated
Hell, it's about time
When Diablo III: Eternal Collection unleashed hell on the Switch at the start of November, the game was widely praised for being a port that didn't cut corners or content just to make the experience function and fit on Nintendo's hybrid device. One of the few criticisms around the time of the launch was linked to the game's...
Thursday8th Nov 2018
Video Digital Foundry Takes A Look At Diablo III: Eternal Collection On Nintendo Switch
"This is a really nice port"
The folks at Digital Foundry have recently taken a trip to hell and back to find out how Diablo III: Eternal Collection runs on the Nintendo Switch and also how it compares to existing versions of the game. Iron Galaxy's Switch conversion sits somewhere in between the last generation and current generation versions of...
Monday5th Nov 2018
News Diablo III: Eternal Collection Jumps Up To 15th Place In UK Charts Thanks To Switch Release
Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum'n'Fun! fails to chart
The latest UK gaming chart figures are in, revealing that the Switch release of Diablo III: Eternal Collection has helped the game shoot back up to 15th place this week. Red Dead Redemption 2 has managed to hold on to its first-place position this time around, with a 51% drop in sales from last week...
Friday2nd Nov 2018
Video Watch All Of The Nintendo Treehouse Footage Right Here
Hours of entertainment
Immediately after the final Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct before the game's big launch, Nintendo's Treehouse Live event began. During this stream we got a look at multiple Switch titles including Yoshi's Crafted World, Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!
Thursday1st Nov 2018
News Blizzard's Loot Goblin amiibo Will Hoard Treasure For You This December
Earn money fast
Following the rumours from earlier this week, Blizzard Entertainment has now confirmed the existence of the Loot Goblin amiibo - arriving at some point this December. The exclusive amiibo for Diablo III: Eternal Collection will allow Switch players to summon a portal and gain access to "untold riches" according to the official...
Nintendo Download 1st November (Europe)
It's not all about Smash
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail - New Releases: Diablo III: Eternal Collection (Blizzard, €59.99 /...
Nintendo Download 1st November (North America)
Diablo III, Moonlighter, World of Final Fantasy!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and a comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch retail: Diablo III: Eternal...
Tuesday30th Oct 2018
Rumour Dataminers Uncover Evidence Of Diablo Themed amiibo
Will there be a special announcement at BlizzCon?
A few weeks ago, Blizzard released a statement effectively stamping out the chances of a new Diablo game being shown at BlizzCon 2018. That doesn't necessarily mean the popular hack and slash RPG will be completely absent from this year's convention, though. The Switch version - Diablo III Eternal...
Friday26th Oct 2018
News Blizzard Clarifies Switch Online Membership Won't Be Required To Play Diablo III's Seasons Mode
Earn special rewards
Blizzard's Diablo III Eternal Collection arrives on the Switch at the start of next month. Obviously, if you want to play online with other people, you'll need to sign up to Nintendo's online membership. If not, though, you're won't entirely miss out on the fun. Earlier this month, a Blizzard community manager over on the...
Thursday18th Oct 2018
News Play Diablo III In Style With This Nintendo Switch Wireless Controller
With customisable buttons
With Diablo III Eternal Collection just around the corner, it's almost time to get stuck into all of the lovely content the game has to offer. If you're wanting to play the game in style, though, you might just want to get yourself one of these Diablo III-themed controllers from accessory maker PowerA. Of course, it was...
Monday15th Oct 2018
News This Diablo III Limited Edition Switch Console Hits Stores Next Month
Update: Exclusive to GameStop in US
Nintendo has revealed a brand new Diablo III-themed limited edition Switch console set to be available later this year. Scheduled for release on the game's launch date of 2nd November, this Switch bundle includes a console and dock featuring Diablo III artwork, a download code for Diablo III: Eternal Collection,...
Saturday13th Oct 2018
News It Turns Out Blizzard Won't Actually Be Adding Cross-Platform Play To Diablo III
"We do not have any plans"
Update: Blizzard has supplied us with the same statement DualShockers received (see below). Original article: Yesterday, it was reported a Blizzard Entertainment representative told Business Insider cross-platform play for the Diablo III Eternal Collection was in the works - and talks were currently underway with both Son
Friday12th Oct 2018
News Blizzard Intends To Add Cross-Console Play To Diablo III
"It’s a question of when, not if"
Update: Blizzard has now provided us with the following statement: While we love the idea of bringing our players together across platforms, we do not have any plans to implement cross-platform gameplay for Diablo at this time. Original Article: Cross-platform play is becoming more common in...
Saturday22nd Sep 2018
Rumour Diablo Animated Series Might Unleash Hell On Netflix
Official announcement expected
In recent times, every franchise under the sun appears to be receiving a Netflix adaptation. With source material seemingly running low, there's been a sudden shift towards video games. The Castlevania animated series already has a season up on the digital streaming service and now it looks like Diablo could be the...
Thursday13th Sep 2018
News Diablo III: Eternal Collection Launches 2nd November On Switch, File Size Also Revealed
Pre-orders now available, too!
Nintendo has revealed the release date for Diablo III: Eternal Collection on Switch. If you hadn't already guessed from the title, that magical date is 2nd November. The announcement comes via Nintendo of America's official Twitter page, which has shared the following message and a delightfully exciting GIF. The...
Wednesday5th Sep 2018
Rumour Diablo III For Switch Might Be Released On Day One Of BlizzCon 2018
Hell yes
With the majority of Nintendo Switch games aiming to get their moment in the limelight before the release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in December, it's raised questions about when exactly the Diablo III Eternal Collection will arrive. Blizzard has previously stated it should be
Saturday1st Sep 2018
News Diablo III On Switch Will Include amiibo Support, According To Blizzard Developer
The Nintendo difference
When Blizzard revealed the Diablo III Eternal Collection was Switch-bound, the focus was predominantly on the title’s performance, online features, and exclusive in-game content. Surprisingly, there was no mention
Monday27th Aug 2018
News Nintendo Switch Online Cloud Services Explained By Diablo III Associate Producer
Third-party word
As the launch of the Nintendo Switch Online service draws closer, we still know very little about the finer details. Fortunately, third-party developers aren't being as tight-lipped as Nintendo. Following the Arena of Valor developer Tencent confirming free-to-play games would remain accessible after online services launched on...
Friday24th Aug 2018
Video Get A First Look At Diablo III: Eternal Collection Running On Nintendo Switch
A taste of things to come
If you're as excited about Diablo III Eternal Collection coming to Switch as the rest of us, this new gameplay video will definitely be for you. Featuring around 15 minutes of juicy gameplay footage, the video comes directly from the show floor of Gamescom, where the lovely folks from Nintendo of Europe sat down with...
News Nintendo Was "Pumped" When Blizzard Pitched Diablo III For The Switch
Old friends reunite
When Diablo III Eternal Collection was revealed for the Switch, fans of both Blizzard and Nintendo were rather pleased to see the two companies joining forces after a long hiatus. In an interview with Game Informer, Blizzard associate producer Matthew Cederquist revealed how the idea came about and how exactly Nintendo...
Thursday23rd Aug 2018
News Smash Bros. Ultimate, Pokémon Let's Go And More Big Switch Titles Will Be Playable At PAX West
Diablo, Starlink and more!
Nintendo has revealed that a wonderfully exciting line-up of the most highly anticipated games will be playable at PAX West this year. This year's event is once again taking place in Seattle, this time from 31st August to 3rd September, and promises to be a great day out - or four - for any Nintendo fan. There's a...
Wednesday22nd Aug 2018
News The Diablo III Physical Release On Switch Won't Require Any Downloads To Play
Old fashioned
Since the launch of the Switch, physical releases requiring excessive downloads has been a major talking point. It admittedly makes owning actual hard copies of games a tad pointless - unless you want to display them on shelves, loan them to friends or perhaps resell them later down the line. A post on pcmag.com points...
Tuesday21st Aug 2018
News Diablo III Producer Explains Why Blizzard Wanted The Game On Switch
"The Switch was a thing we were all playing"
Last week brought with it the news that Diablo III Eternal Collection is headed to Nintendo Switch this autumn, giving Nintendo fans the chance to try out the series' hack 'n' slash RPG action for the very first time. Joining the likes of Skyrim and
