Sun 13 Sep 2026 EN
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Blizzard announces StarCraft open-world shooter release for spring 2030

Blizzard revealed at BlizzCon that the new StarCraft game will launch in spring 2030. The title is described as a story-driven open-world shooter rather than a real-time strategy installment. This project follows years of rumors regarding canceled attempts to create a 3D shooter for the franchise.

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File photo Blizzard is reviving StarCraft as an open-world shooter, but it'll be a long wait Photo: Engadget

Blizzard revealed at BlizzCon that the new StarCraft game will launch in spring 2030. The title is described as a story-driven open-world shooter rather than a real-time strategy installment. This project follows years of rumors regarding canceled attempts to create a 3D shooter for the franchise.

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  • The Verge
  • Engadget

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