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Shack Chat: Are you boycotting Blizzard Entertainment?

Was Blizzard's apology at BlizzCon 2019 enough, or will/are you boycotting the company? The staff discusses their feelings, and asks Shacknews Chatty readers to share theirs.

Sojourn will be the first black female playable hero in Overwatch franchise history

Among all of the news breaking at BlizzCon 2019, Sojourn was announced as the next hero. She might even be Canadian, too!

Hearthstone player blitzchung suspended by Blizzard following Hong Kong comments

Blizzard was quick to act following the post-game interview at Hearthstone Grandmasters in Taipei this weekend. blitzchung's call for the liberation of Hong Kong has lead to his suspension from competition.

Candy Crush players average 38 minutes of daily play time

Candy Crush Saga players spend about 38 minutes of play time on average in-game. That's a lot of candy-swapping.

Call of Duty esports franchises may cost owners $25 million

Call of Duty is aiming to kick off its esports league next year, but franchises won't be cheap, with franchises rumored to cost owners $25 million.

Diablo is the first classic Blizzard game to hit GOG.com

Blizzard and GOG are partnering up to bring classic titles to the digital platform and Diablo is first up.

Upset Overwatch players are harassing Brigitte's voice actor

Due to complaints with the Overwatch meta, which largely coincides with the arrival of Brigitte, players have been harassing the voice actor for the character.