Blizzcon 2017 - The MMO-Champion Discussion Hub
The time has finally come. The biggest Blizzard event of the year is upon us at last, and it's looking to be a big one. We will be providing coverage all weekend for all those who can't attend or watch live with the Virtual Ticket. Keep checking back to this thread for all the latest from the Nexus!
Videos
New Heroes
We have two new heroes being revealed today! An employee at Blizzard's Chinese branch accidentally pushed the splash art for the new heroes live in the early hours of the morning. It was quickly taken down, but the internet never forgets.
However, since they are not officially released yet, we'll be using [spoiler][/spoiler] tags until revealed at the opening ceremony. We will also be adding the specific hero threads after the reveal.
New Features
- Performance-based matchmaking
- Voice Chat
- Gameplay Update
- New Camera
- Laning Improvements
- Stealth Rework
- Evolved Battleground Mechanics
Panels
Blizzcon 2017 Opening Ceremony
Panel Description: Attention attendees! If you’re joining us in person in Anaheim, this year’s opening ceremony will be spread across more than one stage throughout the show. The live presentation will be jumping between stages as our developers show you what we’ve been working on from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PDT. And of course, everything will be broadcast on screens and stages throughout the convention hall.
Time: November 3rd, 11am Pacific/2pm Eastern/1900 CET
Panel Status: Concluded
Free to watch!
Heroes of the Storm Community Gauntlet
Panel Description: Get ready to compete for the glory of becoming the first Nexus MVP! Facing off alongside developers and streamers, contestants from the audience will compete in a series of challenges designed to test their wit, agility, and Heroes game knowledge.
Time: November 3rd, 1215pm Pacific/315pm Eastern/2015 CET
Panel Status: Concluded
Virtual Ticket Required
Heroes Panel – What's Next
Panel Description: Take a look into the eye of the storm as we unveil some of the exciting new updates and gameplay changes brewing in the Nexus.
Time: November 3rd, 5pm Pacific/8pm Eastern/November 4th, 0100 CET
Panel Status: Concluded
Virtual Ticket Required - Live Recap Thread
Heroes Panel – Hero Deep Dive
Panel Description: Join the Heroes of the Storm team as they take an even closer look at the new content coming to the Nexus. Get behind-the-scenes insight, and stick around for a Q&A with the audience.
Time: November 4th, 1pm Pacific/4pm Eastern/2100 CET
Panel Status: Concluded
Virtual Ticket Required - Live Recap Thread
Heroes Global Championship Finals
The end of the season has arrived. The very best teams in the world will be fighting for honor, glory, money, and the HGC trophy over the next two days! Almost an entire year of games have led to this one moment. Who will take the victory? Will Korea hold on to the title, will NA retake the title of world champions, or will EU finally take it all the way at Blizzcon?
Finals discussion starting right here!
Warning: Will contain spoilers!
Where can I watch?
https://blizzcon.com/en-us/
Features Overview
A New (Camera) Perspective
Originally Posted by Blizzard Entertainment
Stealth Rework
Originally Posted by Blizzard Entertainment
Refining the Early Game
Originally Posted by Blizzard Entertainment
Mercenary Updates
Originally Posted by Blizzard Entertainment
Voice Chat
Originally Posted by Blizzard Entertainment
Performance-based Matchmaking
Originally Posted by Blizzard Entertainment
All The Rest!
Things like hero reworks and other things unrelated to the main features announced will go here.
Li Li Rework
Partial ability/talent overview: https://www.reddit.com/r/heroesofthe...l_patch_notes/
Zeratul Rework
https://heroeshearth.com/b/mcintyre/...ent-breakdown/
Wall Change
Walls get automatically destroyed when connecting tower + gate are destroyed: https://gfycat.com/ChubbyCluelessFulmar
Samuro
https://www.reddit.com/r/heroesofthe...eam_kent_erik/
In short: Can swap with images baseline. Mirror Image places the real Samuro at your cursor's direction.