Video game production company Blizzard Entertainment has announced the release of Diablo Immortal, a new entry for mobile and PC gaming, on June 2nd. According to Blizzard, Diablo Immortal will have cross-play and cross-progression for controller and keyboard support on PC. This function will allow players to save on a device and continue playing on another one at any time.
Diablo Immortal is a free-to-play MMORPG slated for an online-only release. According to the developers, Diablo Immortal is a sequel to Diablo II: Lord of Destruction and will feature new characters, a new storyline, and additional content as part of a "living, breathing, and constantly evolving experience."
Players can pre-register for Diablo Immortal on Blizzard’s website.
Mobile-Supported Video Games
Blizzard Entertainment Announced the New Diablo Immortal Game
Trend Themes
1. Cross-play for Mobile Games - Developers can explore cross-play and cross-progression functions between mobile and PC gaming.
2. Online-only Free-to-play Games - Developers can consider releasing free-to-play games as an online-only product to reach more consumers.
3. Sequels to Classic Video Games - Developers can tap into nostalgia by creating sequels to classic video games that offer a new experience for fans.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Industry - Gaming companies can explore the potential of cross-play functions to enhance gameplay experiences.
2. Mobile Gaming Industry - Companies in the mobile gaming industry can consider offering cross-progression functions to allow for seamless gameplay across devices.
3. Online-only Gaming Industry - Developers in the online-only gaming industry can leverage the popularity of free-to-play games to reach a wider audience.