Big Gaming News: Blizzard and Dragon Ball Drop Major Updates

Blizzard Entertainment is gearing up for a big year. They just shared their plans for a 2026 showcase, which will be a series of live streams packed with big news about their most popular games. Think "World of Warcraft, " "Overwatch, " "Hearthstone, " and "Diablo. " These streams will run from late January to mid-February and will also celebrate Blizzard's 35th anniversary. Plus, they hinted at BlizzCon making a comeback in September. The showcase will have four separate live streams, each focusing on a different game. The first one, "World of Warcraft: State of Azeroth, " kicks off on January 29. The other streams will cover "Overwatch, " "Hearthstone, " and "Diablo. " Expect to hear about new games, future updates, and insights from the developers. Blizzard's president, Johanna Faries, said this is a big moment for the company as they look back on their history and plan for the future.Blizzard also released a video called "Blizzard: The Next Chapter, " which looks back at their 35-year journey. It features cool stuff from their archives and sets the stage for what's coming next. Meanwhile, Bandai Namco has some exciting news for Dragon Ball fans. They announced a new game called "Age 1000, " created by the franchise's original creator, Akira Toriyama. This game will introduce a brand-new world and characters, expanding the Dragon Ball universe even further. The game is set to release in 2027, and more details will be shared at the Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour 2026 event in April. The Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour is a big deal for fans. It's a two-day event in Los Angeles with tournaments, special announcements, and hands-on demos of various Dragon Ball games. This year's event will also feature a special announcement stage and plenty of fan experiences.