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Sound the Alarm! The Invasion Has Begun in Blizzard Entertainment’s Overwatch® 2

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

There’s something for everyone in Overwatch 2: Invasion, the latest release for Blizzard Entertainment’s cross-platform, team-based action game.

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  • There’s something for everyone in Overwatch 2: Invasion, the latest release for Blizzard Entertainment’s cross-platform, team-based action game.
  • Featuring all-new cinematics and hundreds of new voice lines, players can explore the start of the Overwatch 2 storyline with friends.
  • New Support hero, Illari: The 38th hero to join the game’s roster, Illari is Overwatch’s first Peruvian hero.
  • Drawing her power from the sun, her medium- and long-range abilities allow her to both heal and harm as she sees fit.

Blizzard Entertainment Teams up with Mila Kunis for the World of Warcraft® Charity Pet Pack in Support of BlueCheck Ukraine

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Blizzard Entertainment and the massively multiplayer online role-playing game World of Warcraft are proud to be teaming up with Ukrainian-born actress and producer Mila Kunis and BlueCheck Ukraine for a limited-time charity pet program.

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  • Blizzard Entertainment and the massively multiplayer online role-playing game World of Warcraft are proud to be teaming up with Ukrainian-born actress and producer Mila Kunis and BlueCheck Ukraine for a limited-time charity pet program.
  • They have the proximity, local knowledge, and access to assist those in desperate need.
  • In support of their efforts, Blizzard Entertainment is excited to be teaming up with Mila Kunis for the World of Warcraft Pet Pack for Ukraine.
  • For more information about BlueCheck Ukraine, please visit BlueCheck.in , and for more information about World of Warcraft, please visit WorldofWarcraft.com .

KFC Chicken Sandwiches Unlock Exclusive Diablo® IV In-Game Rewards for a Limited Time

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kentucky Fried Chicken® is making its KFC Chicken Sandwich even more craveable with a spicy new promotion tied to the highly anticipated new Diablo® IV video game. Now through 7/2*, customers who purchase any KFC Chicken Sandwich (classic or spicy, including combo options) on the KFC app or KFC.com will be eligible to unlock exclusive in-game rewards** in one of the most anticipated video games of the year. The exclusive in-game rewards include up to five battle cosmetics in KFC's signature red and white brand colors, with each piece of equipment representing one Diablo class, to help gamers show off their style.

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  • Now through 7/2*, customers who purchase any KFC Chicken Sandwich (classic or spicy, including combo options) on the KFC app or KFC.com will be eligible to unlock exclusive in-game rewards** in one of the most anticipated video games of the year.
  • "As the fried chicken experts, we've set the standard in the fried chicken sandwich game," said Nick Chavez, CMO, KFC U.S. "Now fans of Diablo IV can feed their hunger for both our best chicken sandwich ever and exclusive in-game rewards."
  • To unlock the exclusive in-game rewards, customers need to create a KFC account on the KFC app or KFC.com and sync their KFC account to their Diablo IV Battle.net® account, which will automatically unlock the first reward.
  • KFC fans in Brazil can also unlock Diablo IV rewards in their markets through similar promotions.

Modern Warfare II Crosses $1 Billion Sell-Through in 10 Days, Fastest in Franchise History

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Monday, November 7, 2022

I am so proud of the extraordinary efforts from our Call of Duty teams and the records they have achieved with Modern Warfare II.

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  • I am so proud of the extraordinary efforts from our Call of Duty teams and the records they have achieved with Modern Warfare II.
  • Modern Warfare II has provided this to millions of players faster and with greater satisfaction than ever before, said Bobby Kotick, CEO, Activision Blizzard.
  • The newest records build on Modern Warfare IIs momentum:
    Modern Warfare II is the highest grossing entertainment opening of 2022.
  • Modern Warfare II is the #1 top selling opening in franchise history topping $800 million in sell-through following its first three days of release.

Modern Warfare II Tops $800 Million Sell-Through in Three Days, Delivers Largest Opening Weekend in Franchise History

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Modern Warfare II also set a new franchise opening weekend record as the #1 top-selling Call of Duty digital opening through its first three days.

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  • Modern Warfare II also set a new franchise opening weekend record as the #1 top-selling Call of Duty digital opening through its first three days.
  • Developed by Infinity Ward, the release of Modern Warfare II represents a bold new direction for the entertainment franchise, which will continue with the upcoming release of Call of Duty: Warzone TM 2.0 on November 16.
  • Through only its first three days of release, Modern Warfare IIs opening topped the previous five-day franchise record, set in 2011 by Modern Warfare 3 in sell-through, to become the biggest opening ever in Call of Duty.
  • Thank you, Call of Duty players, for making Modern Warfare IIs launch one for the record books as well as the highest grossing entertainment opening of the year.

Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® II Available Now

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Friday, October 28, 2022

Starting today, fans around the world can jump into the highly anticipated Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II.

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  • Starting today, fans around the world can jump into the highly anticipated Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II.
  • Todays launch of Modern Warfare II is a celebration of our incredible community around the world and the bold future we have shaped for the entire Call of Duty franchise.
  • Modern Warfare II follows 2019s blockbuster Modern Warfare across a gripping story campaign.
  • One unified game engine powers both Modern Warfare II and the new Warzone 2.0, delivering a seamless gameplay experience across both titles.

Brave the Frozen North in World of Warcraft®: Wrath of the Lich King Classic™—Live Now

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Monday, September 26, 2022

The icy winds of Northrend are wailing once more, heralding news that Blizzard Entertainments Wrath of the Lich King Classic is now live.

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  • The icy winds of Northrend are wailing once more, heralding news that Blizzard Entertainments Wrath of the Lich King Classic is now live.
  • The legendary story can be experienced on all realms previously dedicated to World of Warcraft: Burning Crusade Classic content.
  • This journey includes the rise of the fearsome Death Knight hero class, available to all players (even new ones!)
  • For more information on Wrath of the Lich King Classic, visit www.wowclassic.com .

An Iconic Villain Reborn—World of Warcraft®: Wrath of the Lich King Classic™ Launches September 26

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Monday, July 25, 2022

This expansion will launch globally at 3pm PDT and will be available on all World of Warcraft: Burning Crusade Classic realms.

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  • This expansion will launch globally at 3pm PDT and will be available on all World of Warcraft: Burning Crusade Classic realms.
  • As former champions of the Lich King, Death Knights conquer their foes using dark magic and runic power.
  • In the lead-up to launch, players can experience Joyous Journeys, a 50%-bonus-XP event that will run until Wrath of the Lich King Classics September 26 launch.
  • For more information on Wrath of the Lich King Classic, visit www.wowclassic.com .

Take Flight in the Dragon Isles when World of Warcraft® Dragonflight Lands Later This Year—Pre-purchase Available Now

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

In Dragonflight, players will embark to the awakening Dragon Isles, the origin place of dragonkind, where the fabled dragon aspects have returned to claim their rightful home.

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  • In Dragonflight, players will embark to the awakening Dragon Isles, the origin place of dragonkind, where the fabled dragon aspects have returned to claim their rightful home.
  • Dragonriding, a new method of aerial movement, empowers players to soar through the skies of each new area in style atop customizable Dragon Isles Drakes.
  • Dragonflight is a return to Azeroth, and the freedom and exploration that World of Warcraft is known for," said Executive Producer Holly Longdale.
  • Dragonflight is available for digital pre-purchase as a Base edition ($49.99 SRP), Heroic edition ($69.99 SRP), and Epic edition ($89.99).

Hell on the Horizon: Blizzard Entertainment’s Diablo® IV Coming in 2023

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Sunday, June 12, 2022

Blizzard Entertainment announced today that Diablo IV, the next generation installment in the genre-defining series, is debuting in 2023.

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  • Blizzard Entertainment announced today that Diablo IV, the next generation installment in the genre-defining series, is debuting in 2023.
  • Blizzard also announced that Diablo IV is coming to Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation5, alongside versions for Windows PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation4, with cross-play and cross-progression enabled for all platforms.
  • Theres no golden path to follow in Diablo IV; players can choose to progress in whatever nonlinear way they want to.
  • Blizzard Entertainments track record includes twenty-three #1 games* and numerous Game of the Year awards.