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All the [[Media Coverage]] from 2010, archived to keep the page size reasonable. See the main media coverage page for up to date material.


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==December 2010 ==

{{oth}} December 31, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-collector-mania/ Visiting the blog of] the biggest Diablo merchandise collector on earth. More odd stuff than you can imagine, on display.

{{com}} December 27, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/we-was-right-volume-one/ Revisiting debates on two] issues Blizzcon resolved; a "sexy" character in D3 and the mysterious burning tower that turned out to be [[Bastion's Keep]].

[[File:Diablo Glowei-blizzcon2010.jpg|thumb|300px|Diablo, by [[Glowei]].]]
{{pic}} December 23, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/barbarian-santas-coming-to-town/ Christmas artwork] featuring a demonic, Barbarian Santa Claus. The image was previously used for December in the 2010 Diablo III calendar.

{{pic}} December 22, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/encounters-page-on-the-official-site/ The "Encounters" page] debuts on Blizzard's Diablo III site, plus numerous new screenshots. The page is just general info on combat, but the images are nice.

{{blz}} December 21, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/huge-attribute-changes-in-diablo-iii/ Bashiok brings a year end surprise] with news that all of the [[attributes]] in Diablo III have been completely reworked. No more strength, dexterity, etc. The attributes have all new names and combined, more complicated functions. Check the wiki articles for mfull details on the five new attributes: [[Attack]], [[Precision]], [[Vitality]], [[Defense]], and [[Willpower]].

{{pic}} December 15, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-diablo-artwork/ New Artwork of Diablo] courtesy of [[Glowei]], with the full image from this year's Blizzcon program cover.

{{pic}} December 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/awesome-new-diablo-iii-interface-photos/ High quality photos] of the game [[interface]] pop up, taken at the Korean Gstar expo.

{{oth}} December 9, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/newest-blizzard-leak-sc2-expansion-cinematic/ Blizzard continues to leak] like a proverbial sieve, as a rough cut of the ending cinematic for the first SC2 expansion pops up online. The cheesiness of the movie's plot provokes a huge fan discussion of the declining (?) quality of Blizzard's game storytelling.

{{com}} December 6, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-the-next-d2-char-to-return/ Fan vote reveals] strong support for all new characters in the expansion. If a D2 char must return, the Paladin and Necromancer are neck and neck in popularity, with the Druid a strong third option.

{{blz}} December 3, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/decapitations-rated-m-for-mature/ Bashiok comments on gore], decapitations, and Diablo III's planned M-mature rating.

{{blz}} December 2, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-on-damage-types-and-resistances/ @Diablo comments on damage types] and explains the difference between [[poison]] and [[disease]] damage.

{{oth}} December 2, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-release-dates-leaked/ Blizzard product release date schedule] chart is leaked on a Chinese MMO site. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-blizzard-china-info-leak-intrigue/ Rumors swirl] about heads rolling in their Chinese offices, and while Blizzard never officially confirms or denies the document, the subsequent [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-confirms-titan-as-code-name-for-their-next-gen-mmo/ confirmation of codename "Titan"] for their next gen MMO provide strong supporting evidence for the legitimacy of the chart.
** Full details in [[Release_date#Blizzard.27s_Leaked_Product_Schedule|the Release Date article]].
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==November 2010==

{{pic}} November 30, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-iii-jigsaw-the-highlands-passage/ A jigsaw collection of screenshots] maps out the very short [[Highlands Passage]] level from the Blizzcon 2010 demo build.

{{blz}} November 30, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-on-pvp-ladder-rank-and-record/ @Diablo shares a lot of info] about how the ladder ranking system might work.

{{pic}} November 28, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/archer-and-demon-hunter-evolution/ Nice collection of concept arts] showing the evolution of the [[Demon Hunter]] class design.

{{blz}} November 25, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/the-monks-weapon-options-continue-to-evolve/ Bashiok shares some new info] on the ever-changing [[Class-Specific Weapon]] issues of Diablo III.

{{vid}} November 22, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hq-ninja-gameplay-footage-from-korea/ Ninja gameplay footage] from Korea. Good picture, terrible action.

{{oth}} November 16, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-console-news-from-blizzard/ Blizzard's long-rumored Diablo console] project confirmed by job postings on Blizzard.com. 

{{pic}} November 14, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/witch-doctor-tentacle-gear-set-artwork/ New artwork showing the] Witch Doctor's "[[tentacle armor]]", by [[Trent Kanuiga]].

{{blz}} November 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-on-pistol-crossbow-changes/ Bashiok answers some questions] about the Demon Hunter's [[pistol crossbows]].

{{blz}} November 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-with-big-news-on-item-sets/ Bashiok says Item Sets] will probably wind up being an [[end game]] item.

{{int}} November 10, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/wow-s-pvp-influence-on-diablo-iiis-arenas/ A WoW producer talks about] WoW's PvP influence on Diablo III's [[Arena]]s, and kicks off a huge fan debate about what lacked in WoW's PvP and how D3 is not repeating its mistakes.

{{int}} November 7, 2010 -- [http://www.gamasutra.com/view/feature/6197/building_battlenet.php Interview with Battle.net lead] Greg Canessa on future plans for the service.

{{blz}} November 3, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/skill-tiers-point-hoarding-and-delayed-skill-investment/ Bashiok argues against "skill hording"] as a game strategy, and for easy respecs. A day later he gave some [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-point-hoarding-and-game-play-reports/ more replies on this subject]. Then later that day, he tried playing a Barbarian and Wizard without spending <u>any</u> skill points and [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-blizzard-bashiok-tries-point-hoarding/ reported back on his findings].

{{blz}} November 2, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/male-barbarian-aged-experienced-no-more/ Bashiok reveals that the] male [[Barbarian]] will probably have his backstory changed, making him just another new adventurer instead of the D2 barbarian returned. Fans strongly dislike the idea, but [http://diablo.incgamers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7793031#post7793031 came to understand it better] after reflection.
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==October 2010==

[[File:Poker-set-joker.jpg|frame|Diablo is the joker.]]
{{oth}} [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-iii-poker-set/ The Diablo 3 Poker Set is revealed]. Full [[Diablo Poker Set|details here]], with high quality scans of the new artwork on the [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-iii-poker-set-hq-images/ cards added a week later].

{{blz}} October 27, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-on-online-single-player-diablo-iii/ Bashiok discusses the offline single player] mode of Diablo III and why they'll be doing all they can to discourage players from using it. 

{{blz}} October 27, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-defends-blizzards-game-design-philosophy/ Bashiok defends Blizzard's] "endless iteration" game design approach.

{{blz}} October 27, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-on-traits/ Bashiok on respecing traits] and why the [[Lucky]] trait is cool.


===Blizzcon 2010 ===

BlizzCon 2010 took place October 22-23, 2010, at the Anaheim Convention Center. The D3 developers told us this would be the "[http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/next-up-biggest-diablo-iii-blizzcon-ever/ biggest Blizzcon ever]" in terms of Diablo II information, and it was indeed quite mighty with the [[Demon Hunter]]'s debut, [[Arena]] Battles, the [[Talisman]], [[traits]], the new [[skill tree]]s, and much more. Check the [http://diablo.incgamers.com/categories/category/blizzcon-2010/ Blizzcon 2010 news category] to see every single news item related to Blizzcon; this Media Coverage page archives the items with substantial content. 

====Panels====
Though [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-why-not-more-diablo-iii-blizzcon-panels/ fans were upset] at the math of 3 Diablo panels vs. 8 WoW and 7 SC2 at Blizzcon, the content and depth of the two Diablo III content panels was exceptional. The Open Q&A was less useful, but such events are always full of "noob" questions of little value to fans who have been following the game closely.
* [[Gameplay Panel Blizzcon 2010]]
* [[Crafting Sanctuary]]
* [[BlizzCon_2010_Panel:_Open_Q%26A|Open Q&A Panel]]

====Blizzcon 2010 Diablo III Developer Interviews ====
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-video-interview-jay-wilson-direct-tv/ Jay Wilson video interview] with Direct TV live from the show.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2010-interview-jay-wilson-diablo-esp/ Jay Wilson video interview] with Diablo 3 ESP, fully transcribed by Diii.net.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-interview-jay-wilson-g4tv/ Jay Wilson video interview] with G4TV.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-blizzcon-program/ Jay Wilson interview] from the Blizzcon program covers the Demon Hunter, skills/traits, and the battle arena.
* [http://www.gameplanet.co.nz/pc/games/156898.Diablo-III/features/135958.20101024.Diablo-III-Interview-with-Jay-Wilson/page1/ Jay Wilson interview] with GamePlanet.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-video-interview-leonard-boyarsky-game-pron/ Leonard Boyarsky video interview] with Game Pron.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-video-interview-leonard-boyarsky-direct-tv/ Leonard Boyarsky video interview] with Direct TV.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-video-interview-julian-love-and-jason-bender-gamespot/ Julian Love and Jason Bender video interview] with Gamespot.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2010-interview-julian-love-atomix/ Julian Love video interview] with Atomix. Full transcript by Diii.net.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/exclusive-blizzcon-interview-lead-technical-artist-julian-love/ Julian Love interview] with Diii.net. Covers the Blizzcon demo, fan reactions, and more.
* [http://interviews.slashdot.org/story/10/10/25/1711255/Julian-Love-Lead-Technical-Artist-for-Diablo-3 Julian Love interview] with SlashDot.
* [http://www.gameonmac.com/game/1/features/177/Diablo-III-Julian-Love-Interview.html Julian Love interview] with GameOnMac.
* [http://www.vg247.com/2010/10/27/interview-diablo-iiis-jason-bender-and-christian-lichtner-talk-demon-hunters-pvp-blizzard-on-consoles-tons-more/ Jason Bender and Christian Lichtner interview] with VG247.
* [http://www.blizzplanet.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2010-interview-with-diablo-3-art-director-and-lead-world-designer Jason Bender and Christian Lichtner interview] with BlizzPlanet.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2010-interview-christian-lichtner-and-jason-bender-the-escapist/ Christian Lichtner and Jason Bender interview] with The Escapist.
* [http://www.ausgamers.com/features/read/2975113 Leonard Boyarsky and Dave Adams interview] with AusGamers.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2010-interview-kevin-martens-and-alex-mayberry/ Kevin Martens and Alex Mayberry] interview with GameUK.

====Blizzcon 2010 Hands-On Reports====
'''PvM Demo Reports: '''
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-blizzcon-quests-and-dungeons/ Diii.net's mega Quests & Dungeons] report.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-blizzcon-mega-pvm-report-barbarian/ Diii.net's mega Barbarian] report.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-blizzcon-mega-pvm-report-demon-hunter/ Diii.net's mega Demon Hunter] report.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-blizzcon-mega-pvm-report-monk/ Diii.net's mega Monk] report.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-blizzcon-mega-pvm-report-witch-doctor/ Diii.net's mega Witch Doctor] report.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-blizzcon-mega-pvm-report-wizard/ Diii.net's mega Wizard] report.

* [http://games.slashdot.org/story/10/10/28/1613240/emDiablo-3em-Hands-On SlashDot offers a] very detailed write up.
* [http://gamrreview.vgchartz.com/preview/24178/diablo-iii/82496/ VGChartz with a] good first-timer report.
* [http://www.stuff.co.nz/technology/games/4307236/Preview-Diablo-III Gameplanet NZ gives] a thorough report.
* [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/video-games/8083376/BlizzCon-2010-Diablo-III-hands-on-preview.html Telegraph UK with] a short report.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2010-hands-on-pc-gamer/ PC Gamer's hands-on] report.
* [http://www.tentonhammer.com/diablo3/classes/preview/demonhunter Ten Ton Hammer briefly] covers the Demon Hunter.
* [http://www.shacknews.com/onearticle.x/66166 ShackNews with a] short report.
* [http://www.videogamer.com/pc/diablo_3/preview-2782.html VideoGamer with a] brief report.
* [http://kotaku.com/5671713/hands+on-with-diablo-iiis-demon-hunter-double-crossbows-all-the-way Kotaku covers the] Demon Hunter quickly.
* [http://www.1up.com/do/previewPage?cId=3182049 1up.com with a] short write-up.
* [http://news.filefront.com/blizzcon-2010-diablo-iii-demon-hunter-class-hands-on-preview/ FileFront's Demon Hunter] article is quick and to the point.
* [http://www.joystiq.com/2010/10/24/diablo-3-preview/ Joystiq writes briefly] about the PvM and PvP.
* [http://gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2010/10/24/hands-on-with-diablo-iii-demon-hunter-class.aspx GameInformer covers] the Demon Hunter briefly.
* [http://www.fearnet.com/news/b20750_first_look_we_get_handsy_with_diablo.html FearNet offers a] first time report.

'''Battle Arena Reports:'''
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-blizzcon-mega-pvp-arena-report/ Diii.net's Arena report] covers everything in ridiculous detail.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/pvp-arena-screens-and-hands-on-play-report/ Diii.net's quick PvP] notes and Arena screenshots.
* [http://www.shacknews.com/onearticle.x/66153 ShackNews] short PvP discussion.
* [http://www.gamespot.com/events/blizzcon2010/story.html?sid=6282905 Gamespot] short PvP discussion.
* [http://www.diablo-source.com/article/news/view/?id=739 Diablo Source] short PvP discussion.
* [http://www.warcry.com/news/view/104649-BlizzCon-2010-Hands-On-Diablo-III-PvP Warcry.com] short PvP discussion.
* [http://kotaku.com/5672068/diablo-iii-arena-battles-will-devour-your-soul Kotaku] short PvP discussion.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-pvp-hands-on-report/ Warcry's] PvP report.

====Screenshots and Movies====
* [[Cinematic:_Demon_Hunter|The Demon Hunter's debut cinematic]].
* [[Gameplay:_Blizzcon_2010| Blizzard's official 14 minute gameplay movie]]. Includes much PvM, Demon Hunter and multiplayer, plus Battle Arena footage.

* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/huge-ninja-recorded-arena-gameplay/ Fan-recorded 15 minutes] of PvP action.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/15-more-minutes-of-arena-ninja-cam-from-blizzcon/ Another 15 minutes of PvP], this one with much better play.

* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/demon-hunter-screenshots-and-hands-on-report/ Demon Hunter screenshots]. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-demon-hunter-screenshots/ Second batch]. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-demon-hunter-screenshots/ Third batch]. Other [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-blizzcon-presskit-diablo-iii-screenshots/ non-DH screenshots].
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/pvp-arena-screens-and-hands-on-play-report/ Battle Arena screenshots]. Second batch [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/pvp-arena-screenshots-blizzcon-press-kit/ from the Press kit].
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-blizzcon-artworks-and-imagery/ New assorted artwork]. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-monster-arts-from-blizzcon-2010/ New monster artwork].


===October, Pre-Blizzcon===

{{oth}} October 22, 2010 -- The eve of [[Blizzcon 2010]]! The team at diablo.incgamers.com posts [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-blizzcon-2010/ coverage and updates for the event], also collected nicely in the section above. 

{{blz}} October 19, 2010 -- Rounding out the [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/male-barbarian-gear-set-preview/ final gear set preview] before [[Blizzcon 2010]] is the male [[Barbarian]].

{{com}} October 15, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/comparing-d2-to-d3-gear-sets/ D2 gear sets vs. D3 gear sets] spawns a huge debate about how the armor *should* look.

{{blz}} October 14, 2010 -- Blizzard riles up more fans with [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/male-wizard-gear-set-preview/ a preview of the gear set] for the male [[Wizard]], fanning the flames of the [[Wizard#Male_Wizard_Controversy|previous controversy]] with the character design. Much [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-the-male-wizard-gear-set/ criticism and fan remixes ensue]. More [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/male-wizard-gear-set-remixes-keep-on-coming/ remixes and even fan art]. Finally, [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-the-wizards-starfish-hat.-yes-or-no/ a fan vote reveals]... a lot of ambivalence, tending towards disapproval.

{{blz}} October 13, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/female-witch-doctor-gear-set/ The female Witch Doctor] is shown sporting an interesting mask in this gear set preview. A [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/reworked-improved-female-wd-gear-set/ fan remix a few days later] creates more debate.

{{com}} October 13, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-iii-should-have-pentagrams/Should Diablo III have Pentagrams]]? Blizzard has been removing many elements of real world culture and religion from WoW and D3, including crosses and pentagrams. Is this a bad thing?

{{com}} October 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/the-blacksmiths-wagon-upgrade-progression-pointless-or-brilliant/ Artisan's upgrade pace] debated, with dozens of useful reader comments.

{{blz}} October 8, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-on-act-lengths-in-diablo-iii/ Bashiok confirms] that [[Act IV]] will be a finale, like it was in Diablo II, and thus will be the shortest of the acts.

{{blz}} October 7, 2010 -- Blizzard [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/female-barbarian-gear-set-preview/ showcases a gear set] for the female [[Barbarian]]. Discussion of her face's [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/female-barbarian-facial-evolution/ evolution to a prettier, softer] form was debated. Most fans [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-female-barbarian-new-or-old/ approved of the change], as a vote proves.


{{blz}} October 7, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-no-death-penalties-required-in-d3/ Bashiok argues at length]] against [[death]] penalties in Diablo III.

{{pic}} October 6, 2010 -- The [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/female-wizard-gear-set-preview/ next of the gear set previews] continues with the female [[Wizard]].

{{blz}} October 6, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/barbarians-fury-resource-decay/ Bashiok explains] why they're happy with the current state of [[Fury]], arrived at after long experimentation.

{{int}} October 1, 2010 -- Diablo creator [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/dave-brevik-on-diablo-i/ Dave Brevik interviewed] on Diablo I.



==September 2010==

{{blz}} September 30, 2010 -- Blizzard ramps up the excitement for Diablo III @ [[Blizzcon 2010]] by posting sneak peaks of character [[gear sets]] (note: not the same as [[Set items|item set]]s) [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/male-witch-doctor-gear-set-revealed/ starting with the] male [[Witch Doctor]]. A later post [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/male-witch-doctor-concepts-to-in-game-comparison/ compares his facial evolution], from concept art to the final game look.

[[File:Shield-barb2-lol.jpg|thumb|250px|Class-specific weapon confusion.]]
{{blz}} September 29, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-iiis-class-specific-weapon-oddities/ Another Bashiok post] on [[class-specific weapons]] stirs up the usual confusion and controversy. With [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-class-weapon-restrictions/ a follow-up] 2 days later. And a fan vote [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-diablo-iiis-class-restricted-weapons/ showing general disapproval] of class-specific weapons.

{{int}} September 25, 2010 -- [http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=266271&skip=yes Jay Wilson @ CVG].

{{blz}} September 21, 2010 -- One of the biggest announcements of the year was made, when [[Bashiok]] revealed that Diablo III's [[maximum level]] was going to be 60. This change was explained and discussed in numerous posts, on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-iiis-maximum-level-announced-60/ the 21st], more [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-clvl-60-replies-and-debate/ on the 22nd], more [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/d3-difficulty-and-end-game-debate/ end game stuff on the 22nd], achievements [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-d3s-end-game-and-achievements on the 23rd], why not [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/im-clvl-60...-now-what/ more levels just for fun] on the 26th, [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/another-blue-defense-of-max-clvl-60/ and another discussion] on October 13th.
** A [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-diablo-iiis-clvl-60-level-cap/ site vote on Diii.net found] nearly 50% of readers very supportive of the Clvl 60 change, with just 16% opposing it.

{{blz}} September 18, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/runestones-deserve-more-respecs/ Bashiok engages a long debate] about respecs and replayability in D2 and D3.

{{blz}} September 18, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-has-no-passive-skills/ Bashiok drops a bombshell] and reveals that [[passive skills]] are out of the Diablo III [[skill trees]]. (Not until Blizzcon were [[traits]] explained.)

{{oth}} September 10, 2010 -- Blizzard updates the [[Diablo III]] page with [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzards-new-health-globes-page/ information about the new health system].

{{blz}} September 9, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/combat-and-relaxed-character-stances/ All characters will have] relaxed stances in town; the Monk's aggressive one in a recent video was just a [[WiP]].

{{blz}} September 8, 2010 -- Bashiok [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-changes-to-runestones/ sprinkles some information about new rune effects] and Flux relays an "unofficial" conversation with Bashiok regarding the recent skill [[rune]] changes.

{{com}} September 7, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/great-art-vs.-screenshots-a-case-study/ Comparing video game graphics to works of art]; the more realistic ones are not the most popular or ageless. Hence Blizzard's stylized artistic approach, as exemplified by Diablo III.

{{blz}} September 4, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/haunt-grows-ghostlier/ Haunt grows ghostlier]. Bashiok offers another graphical update about a skill we've never really seen.

{{blz}} September 3, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-post-on-weapon-specific-skills/ Bashiok on weapon options], dual-wielding vs. two-handed vs. one-handed weapon options.


==August 2010==

{{oth}} August 30, 2010 -- Blizzard updates the Diablo III website with a page [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/official-crafting-page/ detailing the new crafting system].

{{int}} August 28, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/gamestm-magazine-99-interviews-chris-metzen/ GamesTM magazine interviews] Blizzard lore/story/art guy [[Chris Metzen]].

{{blz}} August 26, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/why-not-a-pick-everything-up-button-in-d3/ Bashiok explains why] there's not a "pick up everything" button in Diablo III.

{{blz}} August 25, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-info-on-level-14-gems/ Bashiok shares many] details about [[gems]] and upgrading. He returns with [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-blue-info-on-crafting-gems/ more updates the next day].

{{oth}} August 24, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-art-museum-show-in-taiwan/ A Blizzard art show] debuts at an art gallery in Taiwan.

{{blz}} August 24, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/barbarian-and-witch-doctor-cinematic-trailers/ Bashiok crushes the hopes of fans] that ask about retroactive machinima-style class trailers for the [[Barbarian]] and [[Witch Doctor]], saying that (while being a nice idea) it would be a poor use of resources. 

{{blz}} August 21, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-information-on-armor-dyeing/ Bashiok adds details] to the new info about [[Armor Dye]]s, just revealed by Jay Wilson at Gamescom. 

{{blz}} August 21, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/do-low-res-characters-matter/ Bashiok argues that low-res character models] on the official site don't matter.

{{blz}} August 21, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-facebook-integration/ Bashiok gives new details] about D3's planned [[Facebook]] integration.

{{blz}} August 20, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/no-dps-displays-in-diablo-iii/ Bashiok confirms no DPS charts] will be displayed in Diablo III. Though [[weapons]] list their [[DPS]], along with min-max damage.

{{blz}} August 19, 2010 --[http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-posts-on-red-monster-outlines-and-the-chat-interface/ Bashiok on improved chat] controls and the [[red target outline]].


===Gamescom 2010===
The Gamescom show in Cologne, Germany ran from August 18-21, and featured a ton of new Diablo III news. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/d3-feature-announcement-at-gamescom/ Earlier in the month] Blizzard had promised to reveal a new Diablo III feature at the show, and they held a press conference as soon as the show began to present the [[Artisans]], as well as the concept of [[crafting]] from [[recipes]] using [[materials]] obtained from the [[salvage cube]]. Gamescom 2010 also brought new interviews, screenshots, artwork, and more.

====Jay Wilson Interviews====
[[File:Npc-artisan-blacksmith1s.jpg|thumb|175|The [[Blacksmith]].]]
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-4players.de/ Jay Wilson speaks with 4players.de] from Gamescom.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-indiablo.de-part-one/ Jay Wilson speaks with in.Diablo.de ]from Gamescom.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-indiablo.de-part-two/ Jay Wilson speaks with Diablo3.net.pl] from Gamescom.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-gamona/ Jay Wilson speaks with Gamona] from Gamescom.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-gamespot-au/ Jay Wilson speaks with Gamespot.au] from Gamescom.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-tweakers.net/ Jay Wilson speaks with Tweakers.net] from Gamescom.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-pcgames.de/ Jay Wilson speaks with PCGames.de] from Gamescom.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-g4tv/ Jay Wilson speaks with G4TV] from Gamescom.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-interview-eurogamers/ Jay Wilson speaks with Eurogamer] from Gamescom.

====Artisan Infos====
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/artisan-presentation-video-gamescom/ The Artisan introduction video] narrated by [[Jay Wilson]]. Also [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/full-gamescom-jay-wilson-presentation-video/ video of his live narration] from the show.

* The [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-iii-caravan-faq/ official Artisan FAQ] is released. A week later, a fairly [http://us.blizzard.com/diablo3/world/systems/crafting.xml low-info official Crafting page] is added to the official site.

* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/todays-blue-posts-on-artisans/ Bashiok answers over a dozen questions] about Artisans and their likely effect on the game [[economy]].

* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-posts-on-recipe-trading-item-properties-and-the-monks-resource/ Bashiok with more answers] about crafting and salvaging.

* General gaming site coverage of the Artisan presentation. [http://www.destructoid.com/gc-10-crafting-in-diablo-iii-181746.phtml Destructoid], [http://play.tm/interview/31519/jay-wilson-talks-diablo-iii/ Play.tm], [http://www.digitalspy.com/gaming/levelup/a263411/live-blog-gamescom-2010-diablo-iii-conference.html Digital Spy], [http://www.incgamers.com/News/24648/diablo-3-gamescom-media IncGamers], [http://pc.ign.com/articles/111/1113849p1.html IGN], [http://www.gameplanet.co.nz/pc/games/156898/features/135475.20100819.Diablo-III-screens-information-revealed-at-GamesCom/ GamePlanetNZ], [http://www.neoseeker.com/news/14673-diablo-iii-wants-you-to-get-crafty-with-artisans/ NeoSeeker], [http://g4tv.com/thefeed/blog/post/706971/Blizzards-Reveals-New-Diablo-III-Details.html G4TV], [http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/102875-Diablo-III-Adds-Pseudo-WoW-Crafting The Escapist], [http://gamescom.gamespot.com/story/6273927/diablo-iii-qanda-panel Gamespot], [http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2010/08/18/delving-into-the-diablo-3-crafting-system/ Mtv], [http://www.cinemablend.com/games/GamesCom-2010-Diablo-III-Artisan-And-Crafting-Trailer-26448.html GameBlend], [http://exophase.com/pc/diablo-iii-artisans-revealed-in-new-video-17694.htm ExoPhase], [http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/18/diablo-3-adds-artisans-to-craft-items-for-you/ Joystiq], [http://www.devicemag.com/2010/08/18/blizzard-reveals-artisans-in-diablo-3-at-this-years-gamescom/ Device Mag], and [http://www.godisageek.com/2010/08/gamescom-2010-diablo-iii-artisan-walkthrough/ God is a Geek].

====Hands-On Play Reports====
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-gamescom/ Judge Hype reports] on some play time. (French translation.)
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hands-on-from-austin-war3-tournament/ Another hands-on report]. (From an event in Austin, Texas, but it's the same weekend and the same game demo build.)
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/d3-demo-hands-on-from-austin-texas/ Two more lengthy] fan hands-on reports.
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/d3-demo-hands-on-impressions-from-austin-part-three/ A third hands-on report] from the event.

====Screenshots and Visuals====
* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/artisan-presentation-video-gamescom/ The Artisan introduction video] narrated by [[Jay Wilson]]. Also [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/full-gamescom-jay-wilson-presentation-video/ video of his live narration] from the show.

* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/gamescom-hq-ninja-gameplay-video/ High quality fan-shot] video of a Monk working through the demo. 

* A second [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/gamescom-ninja-gameplay-footage-2/ ninja-video, of much lower] quality.

* Six [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/six-new-caravan-screenshots/ Artisan screenshots] feature the [[Blacksmith]].
* Three [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-act-one-screenshots/ new combat action screenshots].

* [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzards-booths-at-gamescon-2010/ Photos of Blizzard's booth] and the Diablo III demo machines from Gamescom.

===August, Pre-Gamescom===
{{blz}} August 11, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/health-globe-details-revealed-plus-boss-monsters/ Bashiok provides information] about [[Health Globes]] and [[monster]] nomenclature.

{{blz}} August 10, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/siegebreaker-and-difficulty/ Bashiok on adjusting the] difficulty curve through hell and into the [[end game]].

{{blz}} August 6, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/updates-on-fury-instability-and-other-resources/ Changes to resource systems] for the [[Barbarian]] and [[Wizard]] are commented on by Bashiok.  Balls of [[Fury]] get tossed out and we say goodbye to [[Instability]].

{{blz}} August 4, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/fourth-difficulty-denied-think-bigger/ Bashiok shoots down] a "4th difficulty" suggestion and says they've got bigger and better ideas to spice up the [[end game]].

{{blz}} August 4, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/a-new-witch-doctor-skill-revealed/ Bashiok confirms a new skill] for the [[Witch Doctor]] called [[Poison Dart]].


==July 2010==

{{blz}} July 30, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-how-do-you-want-your-name-in-the-game/ A community poll finds] that most fans would want their name used for an item in the game, though "No to using fan names in games." comes in a very strong second. (A handful of of prominent Diablo 2 fansite people had their online handles used for {{iw|Mercs Mercenary Names in Diablo 2}}, setting precedent.)

[[File:Easter-sc2-diablo3s.jpg|frame|Diablo as an SC2 [[Easter Egg]].]]
{{blz}} July 28, 2010 -- The best Starcraft 2 [[Easter Egg]] is found; [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-is-a-starcraft-2-easter-egg/ a burning Diablo on one] of the single player mission levels. A [[Deckard Cain]] Easter Egg [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/deckard-cain-in-stacraft-2/ is found the next day].

{{oth}} July 27, 2010 -- [[StarCraft 2]]'s [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/starcraft-2-launch-day/ launch day blows up].

{{oth}} July 26, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/order-direct-tv-for-virtual-blizzcon/ Ordering information] for the streaming feed from [[BlizzCon 2010]] is posted.

{{blz}} July 26, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/monster-wall-teaser/ Bashiok provides a teasing photo] of the Diablo "monster wall." Much fan analysis ensues.

{{blz}} July 24, 2010 -- Bashiok [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/glowing-dungeon-doors-and-skill-transformations/ discusses character appearance change], and why skills can't change it entirely.

{{blz}} July 24, 2010 -- Blizzard [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-melee-weapon-types/ tweets about melee weapon types], and turns it into a [[fifth character]] tease.

{{blz}} July 23, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-gamescom-2010/ Blizzard announces that] they will attend the [[GamesCom]] show in Cologne, Germany, August 22-23. It takes several more [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-demo-gamescom/ weeks of Bashiok teasing] before it's confirmed that Diablo 3 will be one of the playable titles.

{{blz}} July 23, 2010 -- The [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/staves-vs.-staffs-and-visual-character-customization/ D3 Team debates "staffs" vs. "staves"] for the plural of staff. Most fans clearly prefer "staves," judging by the comments.

{{blz}} July 22, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/dungeons-please-plus-d1-cd-keys/ Blizzard tweets a tease about] glowing dungeon entrances/exits. [[Bashiok]] elaborates in a [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/glowing-dungeon-doors-and-skill-transformations/ forum follow-up a few days later].

{{blz}} July 22, 2010 -- The Starcraft 2 Diablo-themed [[Easter Eggs]] continue, with [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/sc2-ce-avatar-diablo-3-themed-space-marine/ a burning Terran Marine].

{{oth}} July 20, 2010 -- An interview with Diablo 2 soundtrack composer Matt Uelmen [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-symphony-soundtrack-rumor-confirmed-5-years-later/ confirms a "recording of the Diablo 3 soundtrack" rumor] from five years before.

{{blz}} July 18, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-decals-sc2-achievement/ Diablo decals are found] for [[StarCraft 2]] over B.net, the first Diablo-related [[Easter Egg]] in SC2. (But not the last.)

{{blz}} July 17, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/wds-wont-just-wear-leaves-after-all/ Blizzard teases that the] Witch Doctor's armor will vary more than expected.

{{blz}} July 16, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/answers-to-common-community-questions-about-battlenet-real-id/ Blizzard announces their new/updated plans] for [[Real ID]] on [[Battle.net]], with the wildly-unpopular mandatory "post with your real name" features removed.

{{int}} July 16, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/gamasutra-interviews-matt-uelmen/ Matt Uelmen interview with GamaSutra] covers his time working on the music of D1, D2, and WoW.

{{blz}} July 14, 2010 -- A [[stash|shared stash]] is [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/shared-stash-still-just-a-dream/ still planned for Diablo 3], but has not been implemented into the game yet.

{{oth}} July 14, 2010 -- Fans vote the [[Witch Doctor]] their [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-least-popular-diablo-3-character/ least anticipated Diablo 3 character].

{{blz}} July 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/demons-do-not-need-loincloths-diablo-is-a-demon/ Blizzard debates demon anatomy] and loin cloth-wearing.

{{blz}} July 9, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/disintegrate-runestone-surprising/ @Diablo teases that Wizard] spell [[Disintegrate]] has very odd effects with [[Runestone]]s.

{{oth}} July 8, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-2010-anniversary-mosaic-result/ The Diablo 2 Tenth Anniversary] Community Mosaic Project kicks off. Official page here: [[Diablo 2010 Anniversary Mosaic]].

{{blz}} July 7, 2010 -- An @Diablo tweet [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-twitter-a-d2-boss-returning/ about a "memorable" returning D2 monster] sets off a deluge of speculation.

[[File:Realid-penny-arcade1.jpg|thumb|350px|[http://www.penny-arcade.com/comic/2010/7/9/ Penny Arcade] weighs in on Real ID.]]
{{blz}} July 7, 2010 -- The [[Real ID]] B.net [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/real-id-comes-to-the-b.net-forums/ forum debacle begins with the official] announcement and much angry user feedback, over two very busy days.
# [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/b.net-forums-real-id-reactions/ Dozens] and [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/real-id-on-b.net-follow-ups/ dozens] of opinion pieces ensue, along with Blizzard explanations.
# A [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-real-id-on-the-b.net-forums/ community vote reveals] overwhelming opposition. 
# [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/rumour-blizzard-realid-unpopular-internally/ Rumors of intense internal opposition] surface. 
# [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/penny-arcade-on-real-id/ Penny Arcade weighs] in.
# The [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/eff-criticise-blizzards-real-id/ EFF voices their] opposition. 
# And Blizzard quickly buckles under the combined weight of the criticism and [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-buckles-on-real-id/ rescinds the real names on the forums] requirement.

{{blz}} July 6, 2010 -- The most [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/epic-barbarian-armor/ epic Barbarian armor] completed? A few days later, Bashiok [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/epic-armor-is-a-bad-thing/ explains that "epic armor" refers] to the appearance being the coolest of all armor options, not necessarily the best statistically.

{{blz}} July 4, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/zombie-vomit-and-animal-themed-armors/ Recent tweets on the 4 player max] for co-op, and animal-themed armors. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/twitter-with-more-on-animal-armors-and-amusing-bugs/ Follow-ups explain] the 4 player max and explain that the animal themes are cosmetic.

{{blz}} July 2, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/skill-rune-effects/ Bashiok confirms that Mercs] are still in the game, and that skill runes still do cool things.

{{blz}} July 1, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/max-level-and-more-on-skill-caps/ Bashiok takes back all of his] June comments about max skill caps, and teases a "99 vs. 100" max level debate.



==June 2010==

{{blz}}June 30, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzards-new-community-manager-lylirra/ Blizzard's CMs welcome Lylirra], a new CM covering WoW and D3, to the fold.

{{blz}}June 30, 2010 -- G4TV [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/g4tvs-open-letter-to-diablo-2/ posts a nice open letter] to Diablo 2 on its tenth anniversary. Inspired by this, numerous [http://diablo.incgamers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7594141#post7594141 fans add their own open letters] in the forums.

{{blz}}June 29, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzards-d2-10-page/ Blizzard adds a single page] and one old photoshopped image to "celebrate" Diablo II's tenth anniversary.

{{blz}}June 29, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/interview-activision-blizzard-coo-thomas-tippl1/ The Motley Fool interviews Blizzard] COO Thomas Tippl.

{{com}}June 28, 2010 -- The Real ID pushback really kicks into gear, with [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/real-id-on-b.net-no-privacy-controls/ a scathing editorial] by MMORPG guru Lum the Mad.
[[File:Sand Golem.jpg|thumb|333px|The [[Sand Golem]].]]
{{blz}}June 26, 2010 -- Bashiok gives [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-progress-report/ a short, but positive], game development progress report.

{{oth}}June 24, 2010 -- Blizzard announces their [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/2010-blizzard-fan-fiction-contest/ 2010 Fan Fiction contest].

{{blz}}June 20, 2010 -- Bashiok on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-characters-sharing-skills/ characters sharing skills] and the gameplay pros/cons.

{{blz}}June 19, 2010 -- Bashiok announces that [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/skill-caps-increase-on-nm-hell/ skill caps will increase] by 5/10/15 with each difficulty level. And then [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/max-level-and-more-on-skill-caps/ takes it all back] a couple of weeks later.

{{blz}}June 18, 2010 -- Bashiok on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/updates-on-fury-skills-and-potions/ Fury, skills, and potions]. 

{{com}}June 17, 2010 -- [[Bashiok]] on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/there-will-be-great-new-d3-info...-eventually/ new info... eventually]. Plus commentary and discussion about Blizzard's PR strategy of limited info release, and why it's unlikely to change anytime soon.

{{blz}}June 17, 2010 -- [[Real ID]] on B.net [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/real-id-on-b.net-do-you-really-want-to-know-be-known/ draws closer to going live], and the controversy begins to brew.

{{pic}}June 15, 2010 -- Nine [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/nine-new-diablo-3-artwork-pieces/ new pieces of concept art], from the Blizzard Museum.

{{int}}June 14, 2010 -- A new [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/interview-with-one-of-the-diablo-3-composers/ interview with Lawrence Jubler], one of the key Diablo 3 soundtrack composers.

{{blz}}June 11, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/destructible-environments-d3-achievements-sc2-tv-ads-and-more/ Bashiok gives vague comments] on [[destructible]]s and achievements.

{{blz}}June 10, 2010 -- Blizzard will [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/no-d3-e3-2010/ not show their games at E3] this year, or perhaps ever again. The [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/no-blizzard-e3...-blizzcon-4-months-away/ Twitter feed confirmed this] a few days later, but said just wait for BlizzCon in October!

{{blz}}June 9, 2010 -- Bashiok teases the [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3s-secret-new-stuffs/ eventual reveal of numerous new systems] in Diablo 3. But he can't say anything about any of them yet.

{{blz}}June 9, 2010 -- Bashiok says that [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/item-durability-returning/ item durability is "probably" returning] in Diablo 3. The function of durability as a [[gold sink]] was [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-durability/ followed up the next day].

{{blz}}June 8, 2010 -- Bashiok confirms that the [[fifth character]] was [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-iiis-5th-class-and-the-diablo-drought/ the last to be designed]. (Early concepts were thrown out and rebooted from scratch.)

{{blz}}June 8, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/bashioks-cheeky-birthday-gift-to-fan/ Bashiok's birthday caricature] is a gift to everyone.

{{oth}}June 2, 2010 -- The first round of [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-tickets-goes-on-sale-today/ Blizzcon tickets went on sale]... and [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-tickets-round-one-sold-out/ were gone in minutes]. The same was true of the second batch, three days later.



==May 2010 ==

{{blz}}May 29, 2010 -- Bashiok rebuts [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/sc2-forebodes-d3-doom-bashioks-rebuttal/ a bunch of anti-SC2 arguments], in terms of what they say about Diablo 3 and the B.net experience.

{{int}}May 29, 2010 -- Blizzard's [[Frank Pearce]] interviewed [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/incgamers-interviews-blizzards-frank-pearce/ about SC2, B.net, and D3].

{{blz}}May 28, 2010 -- [[Bashiok]] unveils the newest skill rune names: [[Crimson]], [[Indigo]], [[Obsidian]], [[Golden]], [[Alabaster]]. All five types of [[skill runes]] are known, but only one of the new names is definitely tied to a function, at this point.

{{blz}}May 27, 2010 -- Bashiok on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzards-online-content-translated/ Blizzard's future plans] for non-English online info about Diablo 3.

{{blz}}May 27, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/skill-runes-continue-to-evolve/ Bashiok with new info] on [[skill rune]] changes and design goals.

[[File:Fan-darkrusader-tristram1.jpg|thumb|333px|Amazing fan-made Diablo 3 level.]]
{{blz}}May 26, 2010 -- Amazingly high quality [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/amazing-fan-made-diablo-3-level/ fan-made Diablo 3 level] in the Unreal engine, copied from concept art. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/how-to-create-amazing-fan-art/ Making of info added] a few days later.

{{int}}May 23, 2010 -- Jeff Strain [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jeff-strain-on-diablo-1s-rpg-impact/ interviewed about his early work] on the Diablo franchise.

{{int}}May 22, 2010 -- [[Bill Roper]] interviewed on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/bill-roper-interviewed-on-d1-d2-d3/ the creation of Diablo 1 and 2], and his first reactions to Diablo 3.

{{oth}}May 22, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-mohr-is-the-blizzcon-2010-host/ Jay Mohr is confirmed] as the [[BlizzCon 2010]] host.

{{oth}}May 20, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/we-love-diablo-anniversary-mosaic/ Diablo 2's Ten Year] Anniversary [[Diablo_2010_Anniversary_Mosaic|Fansite Mosaic project]] announced.

{{blz}}May 20, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-diablo-artwork-from-blizzcon-2010/ New Diablo artwork from] the [[BlizzCon 2010]] logo.

{{blz}}May 20 -- [[Bashiok]] on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-resolution-comparisons-and-forum-misbehavior/ misleading screen resolution comparisons] and forum (mis)behavior.

{{blz}}May 18, 2010 -- Bashiok on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-higher-resolutions-and-reflections/ higher resolutions and visual reflections].

{{blz}}May 15, 2010 -- Bashiok on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-major-team-playtest-went-realy-good/ a major team playtest] that went "really well."

{{blz}}May 15, 2010 -- Bashiok on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/palette-shifting-concept-art/ palette and texture-shifting] on Diablo 3 [[monsters]].

{{blz}}May 14, 2010 -- Bashiok [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/line-of-sight-in-diablo-3/ on Line of Sight] in Diablo 3.

{{blz}}May 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-reveals-secrets-of-the-archivist/ Bashiok reveals some secrets] about the creation of the [[Archivist]], one of the 2009 April Fool's Day jokes.
[[File:Monk-concept1.jpg|thumb|250|Monk poses dramatically.]]
{{pic}}May 12, 2010 -- New [[Barbarian]] and [[Monk]] concept [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/shiny-new-monk-concept-art/ art is released].

{{blz}}May 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-haunts-temporary-graphics/ Bashiok relays information] about [[Haunt]]'s temporary graphics and the improvements in store for it during development

{{blz}}May 11, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/no-d3-in-2010-not-even-for-playboy-bunnies/ Even Playboy Bunnies] can't make a Diablo 3 release date appear.

{{blz}}May 11, 2010 -- Bashiok's [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/bashioks-dream-comes-true/ chocolate race car cake] draws closer to reality.

{{oth}}May 10, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/how-many-mac-gamers-are-out-there/ Mac users support Blizzard] because Blizzard supports them. And their numbers are growing.

{{blz}}May 8, 2010 -- Bashiok on the Witch Doctor's [[Haunt]] [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-haunt-boss-effects-and-the-lcs/ and shiny boss effects].

{{oth}}May 7, 2010 -- Transcript and discussion of the [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/activision-blizzard-q1-2010-conference-call/ First Quarter Activision/Blizzard conference call].

{{blz}}May 6, 2010 -- Bashiok on [[PvP]] in D3, which isn't [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-will-ship-with-pvp-like-it-or-not/ much in the game yet], but will be for launch.

{{oth}}May 5, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/activision-blizzard-announces-battle.net-and-facebook-integration/ Blizzard announces their] upcoming [[Battle.net]] [[Real ID]] Facebook integration. The first ominous shot in the war that became the Real ID controversy/disaster of July 2010.

{{blz}}May 5, 2010 -- [[Bashiok]] confirms that Diablo 3 will have [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-will-have-a-lot-of-monsters/ a '''lost''' of monsters].

{{com}}May 5, 2010 -- Interesting debate about why/how the needs of [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/the-differences-between-western-and-easter-gamers-and-rpgs/ Eastern and Western RPG players differ] so greatly.

{{oth}}May 4, 2010 -- [[Starcraft 2]] gets [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/starcraft-2-release-date-announced/ a release date]: July 27, 2010.

{{blz}}May 1, 2010 -- Bashiok [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/the-trouble-with-skill-training-systems/ on skill training systems] and why Diablo 3 will not include such a game mechanic.



==April 2010== 

{{pic}}April 28, 2010 -- Ars Technica tours Blizzard's Campus in Irvine and posts [http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2010/04/earning-your-sword-a-picture-tour-of-blizzards-offices.ars/ a huge photo gallery] of their trip. (Many more views of Blizzard's Campus can be seen in [http://diablo.incgamers.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=518 the Blizzard HQ gallery].)

{{blz}}April 27, 2010 -- Bashiok confirms [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/there-is-no-zoom-and-you-wont-even-miss-it/ that there is no zoom in Diablo 3] and explains why fans won't even miss it.

{{pic}}April 24, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/check-out-the-new-blizzard-concept-art-gallery/ Blizzard debuts a sortable gallery] showing off concept art for their three ongoing game worlds. No new Diablo 3 pieces are included.

{{pic}}April 23, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/dune-thresher-fan-sculpt/ A fan-made sculpture] of the [[Dune Thresher]] impresses all who behold it.

{{blz}}April 22, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-character-builds/ Bashiok joins a long discussion on] the interactions between [[skills]] and [[skill rune]]s in Diablo 3.

{{blz}}April 22, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-custom-monster-death-animations-and/ Bashiok on zooming in and custom] monster death animations.

{{blz}}April 21, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/should-diablo-3-have-designed-builds/ Bashiok on why there are no] designed "builds" for the Diablo 3 characters.

{{blz}}April 21, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/320000-warcraft-iii-and-diablo-ii-accounts-banned/ Blizzard announces that they've banned] more than 320,000 Warcraft 3 and Diablo 2 accounts for using hacks on Battle.net.

{{blz}}April 19, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-charms-in-d3-and-exploding-palm-impossibilties/ Bashiok on why there are] no [[charms]] in Diablo 3, plus info on the graphics for the [[Monk]]'s [[Exploding Palm]] skill. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-exploding-palms-graphics/ He returns a day later] to substantially revise his Exploding Palm graphics comments, after receiving a correction from one of the designers. 

{{blz}}April 16, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-paying-to-revive-hc-characters-and-wow-rmt-pets/ Bashiok on paying to resurrect HC characters] (not happening) and the new RMT WoW mount.

{{blz}}April 14, 2010 -- Bashiok on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-shrines/ shrines, attributes, and pretty graphics].

[[File:Tomb-viper2.jpg|thumb|Tomb Vipers.]]
{{oth}}April 13, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/monthly-fee-for-starcraft-ii-battle.net-in-russia/ News breaks that SC2] will require a monthly fee to play online in Russia. Most fans choose '''not''' to believe that this is a harbinger of D3's hypothetical online fees.

{{oth}}April 9, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/what-do-casual-fans-think-about-the-fifth-character/ What do casual fans think about] the [[fifth character]]? A question on Blizzard's Diablo Facebook page brings out the hordes.

{{com}}April 3, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/upon-closer-inspection-3-the-new-tomb-viper/ Is the weird design] of the new [[Tomb Viper]] a sign of a larger game theme? Or just a weird snake/man hybrid monster?

{{blz}}April 1, 2010 -- April kicks off with the usual blitz of Blizzard April Fool's Day jokes and features. Their first movement comes on March 31st, with [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/its-coming/ a Diablo-style teaser image]. This year's crop includes, [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-battle.net-neural-interface/ B.net Neural Interface], Deckard Cain [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/deckard-cain-gps-voice-pack/ GPS Voice Pack], [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/xtreme-gamer-blanket-diablo-iii-body-pillow/ Xtreme Gamer Blanket and Diablo 3 Body Pillow], plus [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-april-fools-from-blizzard/ B.net matchmaking, new Blizzard mobile games, the WoW EPEeN, and the mystery scrambled poem]. A later post provides a nice wrap up of [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/april-fools-round-up/ other gaming-related AFD activities] around the Internet.

{{oth}}April 1, 2010 -- Diii.net breaks the sad news that [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2010-already-sold-out/ BlizzCon 2010 is already sold out], before tickets have even officially gone on sale. Better luck next year.

{{pic}}April 1, 2010 -- The first two [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/the-first-diablo-iii-jigsaw-images/ Diablo 3 jigsaw images debut], showing outdoor areas from the WWI 2008 Gameplay movie. Both are awesome, and were enormously difficult to create.


==March 2010==

{{blz}}March 31, 2010 -- Bashiok on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-mana-wizards-and-witch-doctors/ Wizards, Mana, and Instability].

{{com}}March 27, 2010 -- Fan debate breaks out on the issue of [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/would-you-pay-to-demo-beta-test/ paying to beta test]. A community vote is held, in which [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/poll-would-you-pay-to-beta-test/ most players say they would not pay] for the privilege.

{{blz}}March 25, 2010 -- Blizzcon 2010 [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2010-announced/ is announced for October 22-23, 2010], once again in the Anaheim Convention Center. 

{{pic}}March 23, 2010 -- The [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/witch-doctor-unmasked/ female Witch Doctor in-game animated model] is added to the official site. Also,  [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-witch-doctor-screenshots/ five new Witch Doctor screenshots] are released.  Fan reaction to the female WD's look [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-how-do-you-like-the-female-witch-doctors-look/ is largely positive].

{{blz}}March 23, 2010 -- Blizzard announces that [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-ii-patch-1.13-and-ladder-reset-tomorrow/ the v1.13 patch and ladder reset] will take place on the 24th. The [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/ladder-is-being-reset-as-we-speak/ patch is released], with the full readme.txt. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/v1.13c-official-patch-notes/ Direct download links] and largely positive [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/forum-discussions-on-patch-1.13/ early player feedback].

{{blz}}March 18, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/is-the-female-witch-doctor-too-sexy/ Is the Female Witch Doctor too Sexy?] Blue post turning into a major debate about how the characters should be presented; realism vs. eye candy.

{{blz}}March 17, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-armor-types-and-voting-for-blizzard/ Blizzard on Armor Types] and voting for Blizzard in a developer vs developer voting match.

{{int}}March 17, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jay-wilson-on-d3s-seven-shared-development-points/ Jay Wilson on Game Development]. Possibly a Google translate of a Chinese industry conference where Jay Wilson made his contribution by talking about the seven shared development points of making a video game.

{{blz}}March 16, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3s-trading-system-will-fix-everything/ Diablo 3's Trading System] will fix everything, according to Bashiok. Item trades, gold selling and many other topics discussed.

{{blz}}March 16, -- 2010 [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-pax-east-d3-staying-home/ Blizzard @ PAX East: D3 Staying home], unfortunately. No Diablo 3 gameplay at PAX East.

[[File:Tower-closeup-monk1.jpg|frame|The [[Burning Tower]].]]
{{blz}}March 15, 2010 -- Blizzard announces that the [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/v1.13-and-ladder-reset-coming-soon/ D2 v1.13 patch and ladder reset] are coming soon. More info on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-v1.13-future-patches-and-the-end-of-the-ptf/ the coming patch and future patches] was added a few days later.

{{int}}March 13, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/rob-pardo-on-learning-from-design-mistakes/ Rob Pardo learns from] design mistakes in an article by Shacknews. Stuff like the D2 [[gold]] economy is a lesson learned and not repeated.

{{int}}March 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-composer-russel-brower-interviewed/ Blizzard Composer Russel Brower interviewed] by CVG, and he says they will take the music wider and further in Diablo III.

{{blz}}March 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-diablo-3-class-specific-weapons/ Bashiok discusses class-specific weapon] concepts in Diablo 3. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-milestones-are-being-met-plus-and-more-on-class-specific-weapons/ Much more follow up] a few days later.

{{blz}}March 11, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blue-posts-on-shields-zookeeper-builds-and-healig-spells/ Shields, pets and healing] discussed in blue posts by [[Bashiok]].

{{com}}March 10, -- 2010 [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/upon-closer-inspection-2-the-mysterious-burning-tower/ The mysterious burning tower] is explored by Flux, who brings up screenshots and facts from various sources. The [[Burning Tower]] also has a wiki article.

{{oth}} March 9, 2010 -- A community [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/poll-which-character-will-you-play-first/ vote measures the popularity] of the various characters, showing a fairly even distribution of fans amongst the four so far revealed: Barbarian 24.22%, Wizard 21.06%, Witch Doctor 16.9%, Monk 16.17%, Undecided. More infos, plz 12.54%, Fifth character will be the coolest 9.11%.

{{pic}}March 9, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-and-improved-diablo-iii-artwork/ New Artwork, and] new better versions of older known artwork. Sons of the Storm has released new batches.

{{oth}}March 7, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-d3-previews-on-the-jace-hall-show/ More D3 Previews on the Jace Hall Show], but since it's a humour show, it;s nothing real and as such nothing major.

{{blz}} March 5, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-diablo-3s-random-monsters-and-scripted-events/ Bashiok on random monsters] and scripted events.

{{oth}}March 5, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/activision-beheads-infinity-ward-is-blizzard-next/ Activision fires Infinity Ward studio heads] responsible for the mega-popular ''Modern Warfare 2''. The question is, does this mean they can do similar things with [[Blizzard Entertainment|Blizzard]] employees and people like [[Mike Morhaime]].

{{blz}} March 4, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/dungeon-entrances-and-waypoints/ Bashiok on dungeon entrances] and deadly traps. 

{{blz}} March 3, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-will-be-m-rated/ Bashiok confirms that] Diablo 3 is aiming for an M-rating.

{{oth}} March 3, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/first-blizzard-authenticator-hack-confirmed/ Blizzard confirms the first working hack] against the Blizzard Authenticator.

[[File:Wiz-male-comparison1.jpg|frame|Pouty male Wizard = controversy.]]
{{pic}} March 3, 2010 -- Blizzard [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/male-wizard-in-game-animation-and-ss/ adds the in-game animation] of the male [[Wizard]] to their character page, sparking immediate complaints that he looks "effeminate," "wimpy" and "submissive." [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/the-wimpy-male-wizard-and-posturing/ Detailed analysis] of the various character models shows that almost all of them have a similar pose, and [[Wizard#Appearance|it was further pointed out]] that no one objected to the male wizard's look when playing him at [[BlizzCon 2009]]. A community vote [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/male-wizards-look-your-opinion/ ultimately showed strongly] mixed opinions on his look.

{{blz}}March 3, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-debate-over-bind-on-equip-items/ Bashiok made several lengthy posts] on D3's economy in late February and early March, with ramifications for [[BoE]], [[BoP]], and [[BoA]]. Also see [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-theory-on-trading-and-boe-issues/ this one], and [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-from-blizzard-on-boe-boa/ this one], and the discussion on the [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcast-13-is-live/ issue from Blizzcast #13].

{{com}} March 2, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-will-not-be-released-in-2010/ Diablo 3 will not be released in 2010] and why it's irresponsible for sites to speculate from ignorance.

{{blz}} March 2, 2010 -- [[Bashiok]] on [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-various-game-issues/ mana globes, NPC conversations], and the UI.



==February 2010==

{{blz}}February 28, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-diablo-3-difficulty-and-pugs/ Bashiok on game difficulty] and [[PUG]]s. Great fan debate about whether any D3 content should "require" more than one person ensued.

{{blz}}February 27, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-diablo-3-beta-requirements/ Bashiok on Blizzard beta] machine selection requirements.

{{blz}}February 26, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-will-shake-your-screen/ Bashiok on screen-shaking] and other game special effects.

{{int}}February 25, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcast-13-is-live/ Blizzcast #13 goes live] with Diablo 3 commentary on "phasing," respes, non-mana resources, randomness in the game, gold/item durability (which may return?), and BoE item issues. 

{{blz}}February 25, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-the-monks-limited-weapon-choices/ Bashiok weighs in on] class-specific weapons, and issue that always excites great player discussion. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-d3s-limited-weapon-types/ He returned to this issue] a week later, with news that some of the class restrictions had been lifted.

{{com}}February 24, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/on-the-drawing-board-18-diablo-iii-quests/ Diablo 3's quests debated] and compared to other RPGs.

{{oth}}February 24, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/d2-v1.13b-live-on-the-patch-test-realm/ v1.13b goes live] on the patch test realm.

{{blz}}February 23, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-diablo-2-hacks-unavoidable-unfixable/ Bashiok confirms that Diablo 2] hacks will never be fixed permanently.

{{blz}}February 20, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-music-appreciation-and-item-enchanting/ Bashiok on D3's music] and unrevealed item enchanting system.

{{blz}}February 18, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-embraces-gender-equality/ Bashiok confirms that there will be] complete gender equality in Diablo 3. After fans raise some objections, [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-gender-equality/ he returns with] some more explanations.

{{oth}}February 17, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/starcraft-2-beta-today/ The Starcraft 2 beta] test gets underway.

{{blz}}February 16, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-iii-female-barbarian-concept-art/ Female Barbarian in-game animation] added to the official Diablo 3 page. Also a new piece of female barb concept art, and [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-barbarian-screenshots/ six new screenshots].

{{blz}}February 16, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/playing-d3-offline/ Bashiok comments on the "must always be connected" aspect] of Starcraft 2 play, and confirms that it can be played offline. Diablo 3 should work the same way.

{{blz}}February 12, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-artwork-added/ New monster and city concept] artwork added to the gallery.

{{pic}}February 11, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-tomb-viper-artwork/ Tomb Viper artwork] by Brom is revealed in a photo. More about [[Tomb Viper]]s.

{{oth}}February 10, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/activision-blizzard-q4-2009-conference-call/ Activision/Blizzard Q4 2009] conference call coverage. Business over pleasure. Transcript of [http://www.incgamers.com/News/20949/full-transcript-blizzard-2010-plans Mike Morhaime's talk] about Blizzard (no mention of D3) here. [http://caps.fool.com/Blogs/ViewPost.aspx?bpid=340466&t=01000539467656145563 Financial analysis] of the news here.

{{com}}February 10, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/upon-closer-inspection-1-official-character-page-artwork/ Are there new/mysterious monsters] in the artwork on the character pages? A closer look reveals... uncertain results.

{{blz}}February 10, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-mega-pauldrons/ Bashiok on the] megasized shoulderpads (pauldroons) the Diablo 3 character concept art sports.

{{vid}}February 10, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/official-battle.net-2.0-preview/ Blizzard releases a preview] movie showing off some of the new features of [[Battle.net 2.0]]. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/big-battle.net-special/ Discussion and analysis followed] a few days later.

{{blz}}February 9, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/weapon-switch-hotkey-nah/ A Bashiok post] on the topic sets off another endless [[weapon switch hotkey]] argument/debate.

{{blz}}February 9, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-returning-paladins-and-necromancers/ Bashiok on Necromancer and Paladins] perhaps showing up as NPCs, and more on the Female Monk's design.

{{pic}}February 9, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/female-monk-revealed1/ Female Monk concept art] revealed in high quality.

{{pic}}February 6, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/female-monk-design-criticism/ Female Monk design criticism.] A fan photoshops the female monk some more skin, and much debate ensues.

[[File:Monk-female-con1.jpg|thumb|333px|Female monk concept art.]]
{{blz}}February 5, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/hq-female-monk-visuals-coming....-soon/ Bashiok confirms the Female Monk] pics from the Jace Hall show, and promises HQ versions "soon."

{{blz}}February 5, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/female-monk-revealed/ The first look at the female monk] in concept art, from the Jace Hall show. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/jace-hall-show-diablo-iii-outtakes/ Outtakes from the show] were posted a week later.

{{blz}}February 5, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-for-the-best-female-monk-fan-concept-art/ Diii.net's vote for the] best fan-art of the female monk semi-finals. The official version [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/vote-best-female-monk-concept-art/ won big] in the finals, vs. the top 3 pieces of fan art.

{{blz}}February 5, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/unnatural-character-animations-and-jace-hall-part-2/ Bashiok on D3's character animations] and another sneak preview of the Jace Hall show.

{{oth}}February 4, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzcon-2010-dated/ Blizzcon 2010] date set for October 22-23 at the Anaheim Convention Center... but it's just a rumor, and is wiped away a day later.

{{pic}}February 3, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/original-d2-box-art-inspiration/ Original artwork by Brom] that the Diablo 2 box was based on debuts in the Blizzard art gallery.

{{blz}}February 3, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-blizzcast-and-character-height/ Bashiok on character heights] and Blizzcast coming not-soon.

{{blz}}February 1, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/new-diablo-3-screenshots/ Three new screenshots] added to the official site.


==January 2010==

{{blz}}January 30, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-party-skills-player-booting-and-more/ Bashiok on] shared party skills, "griefing" in Diablo 3, and the employment benefits of being a forum slut.

{{vid}}January 30, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-on-the-jace-hall-show/ Diablo 3 humor] featured in Episode 1 of the Jace Hall show. No female monk reveal (that came in the next weeks' show). The D3 content was teased in a trailer [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/rumor-jace-hall-to-unveil-the-female-monk/ a week earlier], 

{{blz}}January 27, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-diablo-3s-real-world-influences/ Bashiok on Diablo 3's evolving] world lore and story, and real world influences upon them.

{{com}}January 27, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/diablo-3-the-new-duke-nukem-forever Is Diablo 3 the new Duke Nukem Forever], with endless delays before release (or cancellation?)

{{pic}}January 26, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/female-monk-art-challenge/ Blizzard's Female Monk Art Challenge] "nontest" announced by Bashiok. More [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/femonk-fanart-submissions-part-ii/ entries posted] a few days later, and [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/femonk-concept-final-submissions/ the final batch] a week later. [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzards-community-femonk-art-challenge/ Voting began] in early February, with the [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/another-femonk-fan-art-vote/ final five selected] later in the month, and a final vote.

{{blz}}January 26, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/femonk-fanart-submissions-part-ii/ Bashiok jokingly confirms] that the Monk is so overpowered no other characters will be developed.

{{int}} January 23, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/paul-sams-on-premature-releases/ Blizzard CEO Paul Sams interviewed] by GamesIndustry.bz.

{{blz}}January 22, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/guns-in-diablo-3-nope/ Bashiok again explains] why there will not be any guns in Diablo 3.

{{blz}}January 22, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-hard-to-see-item-drops/ Bashiok on hard to see] item drops and how Diablo 3 will work around that issue.

{{blz}}January 20, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/naked-female-wizards/ Bashiok on the "naked" female wizard], what she'll look like in her unarmored, starting gear, and how that look has recently been improved. Another [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/more-on-the-naked-wizard/ post the next day] shared more details, and a screenshot.

{{blz}}January 16, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-the-female-monk-and-the-size-of-the-d3-team/ Bashiok on the size of the D3 Team] and the female Monk development process.

{{blz}}January 15, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-sneaks-in-diablo-3-update/ Blizzard updates the game lore] with retcon adjustments to the [[Timeline]] and [[Deckard Cain's Journal]].

{{blz}}January 14, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-witch-doctor-pets-and-waypoints/ Blizzard on Mongrels and Waypoints].

{{blz}}January 7, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/blizzard-on-fury-and-equal-opportunities/ Bashiok on generating] [[Fury]] and other resources in a brand new game.

{{blz}}January 6, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/bashiok-brings-the-snark/ Bashiok gets snarky about] OP Monks, release dates, and [[Witch Doctor]]s vs. [[Necromancer]]s.

{{blz}}January 6, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/fan-grumbling/ Bashiok on release date issues] and the fun (or not) of expansion classes.

{{blz}}January 4, 2010 -- [http://diablo.incgamers.com/blog/comments/monk-resource-system-complete/ Bashiok on the Monk's resource system] and those of other characters.




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