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Blizzard Entertainment

United States

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11

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About this company

Blizzard Entertainment is a prominent American video game developer and publisher, founded in 1991. Renowned for creating and supporting some of the most iconic and successful franchises in the gaming industry, the company has significantly impacted genres such as real-time strategy (RTS), action role-playing (ARPG), and massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs). The company's core business revolves around developing high-quality games for PC and console platforms, characterized by deep lore, competitive gameplay, and extensive post-launch support. Blizzard also operates its proprietary online gaming service, Battle.net, which serves as a platform for its games, community features, and digital distribution. Its portfolio includes titles like Warcraft (World of Warcraft, Hearthstone), StarCraft, Diablo, and Overwatch. Originally an independent entity, Blizzard Entertainment became a subsidiary of Activision Blizzard in 2008 following a merger. In 2023, Activision Blizzard was acquired by Microsoft, integrating Blizzard Entertainment into Xbox Game Studios. The company is known for its high production values, commitment to esports, and a strong global community presence, further solidified by its annual fan convention, BlizzCon.

Products & Services
World of WarcraftDiablo series (e.g., Diablo IV)StarCraft series (e.g., StarCraft II)Overwatch series (e.g., Overwatch 2)HearthstoneWarcraft III: ReforgedBattle.net
Notable Facts
  • Founded in 1991 as Silicon & Synapse.
  • Pioneered the massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) genre with World of Warcraft.
  • Acquired by Activision in 2008, forming Activision Blizzard.
  • Acquired by Microsoft as part of the Activision Blizzard acquisition in 2023.
  • Hosts BlizzCon, an annual convention for fans of its franchises.
  • Headquartered in Irvine, California.

Last researched: 3/28/2026

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