The 2013 Blizzard Stream Awards, powered by Twitch have come to a close and we'd like to thank you, the community, for tuning into Twitch and voting for your favorite Blizzard game streamers! Blizzard and Twitch established 13 unique award categories representing streamers from four Blizzard franchises (Diablo III, Hearthstone, StarCraft II, and World of […]
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"Reaper of Soles" by Eat Game Live
Our favorite community culinary connoisseur is at it again, and this time she's prepared a fete fit for the Angel of Death himself. In this edition of Artisan Showcase, feast your eyes on kierpanda's latest Diablo-inspired dish: Reaper of Soles! The ingredients are simple, and the taste GLORIOUS. If you're a seafood sycophant like me, […]
Design a Legendary, Part 6: Weapon Texture, Model, and Paint
As we've published our different Design a Legendary articles, one request we've seen over and over again is to share more behind-the-scenes information about the visual design process in Diablo III. What's involved in creating an item's appearance? How long does it normally take? Who works on item art: is it one person, or many? […]
Diablo III: Storm of Light Now on Sale
"Death comes to call on all mortals, sooner or later." Diablo III: Storm of Light is now available from Simon & Schuster! Written by Nate Kenyon, author of The Order, this epic new novel serves as bridge between the events of Diablo III and the haunting story that is to come in its first expansion, […]
"Diablo III, the Buddy Cop Film" by Robert A. Wing
In a world ravaged by the risen dead, legions of demons birthed from the bowels of the Burning Hells, snake people disguised as royal guards, and pottery, Sanctuary's only solace rests with two mortal heroes: a merciless Demon Hunter, sworn to avenge the death of his loved ones. . .and a Wizard. Who apparently had […]
Design a Legendary: Part 5: Choose Your Name Results
Over 20,000 players participated in last week's Choose Your Name vote. And although there were many who championed "Spine of the Father, "Rancor, "Malevolence," and "Sankekur's Sorrow" admirably as the rightful moniker for our Mephisto-themed sword, their rallies were not enough to sway the majority and unseat the early frontrunner of this particular poll. Taking […]
Blizzard Stream Awards, Powered by Twitch
2013 was a great year for the Twitch streaming community and Blizzard games. In order to give back to the community of streamers who have dedicated themselves to creating unique content, growing their audiences, and generating enthusiasm for Blizzard games on Twitch, Blizzard is proud to announce the 2013 Blizzard Stream Awards powered by Twitch. […]
Explore the Resplendent Reaper of Souls Collector’s Edition
Feast your eyes below upon the contents of the Diablo® III: Reaper of Souls™ Collector's Edition. The artifacts contained within this retail-exclusive box have been previously mentioned, but never before glimpsed in the mortal realms… until now. Remember, the Reaper of Souls Collector's Edition is available in limited quantities only at select retail locations, so […]
Design a Legendary: Choose Your Power Results
Last week, over 19,000 Diablo III players world-wide participated in our Choose Your Power poll. This was the third poll we've held for the "Design a Legendary" project, and it was one that would ultimately determine the unique power of the Legendary Mephisto-themed, one-handed sword we're designing. Here are the results! Legendary Power #1: 14.6% […]
"Savior," the Diablo Rap by Have No Fear and the Space Bards
♫"…Barbarians, Witch Doctors, holy warriors – the Crusaders, take the luck to Diablo, but please don't please dont forget to bring your prayers…"♫ In this edition of Artisan Showcase, take a step into the battle raging within Sanctuary and immerse yourself in "Savior," a Diablo rap music video created by the combined talents of Have […]