Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo studio Blizzard Entertainment hits 35 years old — marks its first milestone under Microsoft Gaming

Blizzard Entertainment, known for iconic games like Warcraft and Overwatch, is celebrating its 35th anniversary. The studio, now under Microsoft Gaming, has a rich history starting as Silicon & Synapse in 1991 and evolving into Blizzard Entertainment with hits like Warcraft: Orcs & Humans, Diablo, and StarCraft. Despite being part of Microsoft Gaming since 2023, Blizzard has focused on expanding existing franchises rather than creating new IPs. The studio is currently teasing updates for games like World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and Diablo as part of its anniversary celebration.