New 'StarCraft' game announced, but it's a grim open-world shooter and it's not coming until 2030
Blizzard Entertainment has announced a new StarCraft game, shifting the franchise from its real-time strategy roots to a narrative-driven open-world shooter. The game is currently in development with a projected release in 2030.
Why it matters
As a major shift for a legendary gaming franchise, this announcement impacts the gaming industry's landscape and fan expectations.
Space Games New 'StarCraft' game announced, but it's a grim open-world shooter and it's not coming until 2030 News By Fran Ruiz Published 15 September 2026 Blizzard Entertainment is returning to StarCraft with an all-new game that's leaving the series' real-time strategy roots behind.
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