BlizzCon 2018 WoW Content Expectations and Security Updates

Blizzard Posted 2018/10/30 at 2:30 PM by perculia

Blizzard

Hey guys! Just wanted to take some time to set some expectations ahead of time when it comes to all of the announcements and discussions when it comes to what we’ll be talking about at BlizzCon this weekend, as well as remind everybody of some changes when it comes to security this year for attendees.

As you all are probably aware, we’ve been hard at work on the upcoming Tides of Vengeance content update. We are very excited for this update and it is very much our immediate focus and will continue to be until after we’ve delivered it to you all. At BlizzCon you’ll be hearing us talk mainly about what comes after Tides of Vengeance. We do plan on discussing some of it, but as many of you know, BlizzCon is where we typically talk about longer term goals and plans. The feedback you all have given us about Battle for Azeroth is something we are very grateful for and we can’t wait for you to experience everything coming with Tides of Vengeance.

For those at home on the Virtual Ticket, please let us know what you think about all the things we share that are upcoming for World of Warcraft.

As for the security updates I mentioned earlier, we recently posted a blog on the BlizzCon site that I want to mirror to increase awareness. We’ve enhanced our security this year so I want to make sure to mention that you guys should look at arriving earlier than previous years especially if you’re wanting to catch the opening ceremony live on Friday.

As for the measures we’ve added Metal Detectors as well as Bag Checks at every point of entrance this year. For any additional information about locations of entrances, ADA accessibility, cosplay check-ins, and restrictions, please check out the post on the BlizzCon site about the updates to the usual processes this year:
https://blizzcon.com/en-us/news/22564764/blizzcon-2018-entry-points-update-be-sure-to-arrive-early

For those who are coming out to Anaheim for the show, we look forward to meeting you and spending the weekend geeking out with you.

Enjoy the show everyone!

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Comment by bizpepWhen I went to Blizzcon three years ago, there were no bag checks whatsoever and there was no one even checking badges upon entering. I was pretty shocked but I'm glad to see they're using safety precautions this year.Comment by ZulGazargJust to warn the moderators, on the official forums, this turned into quite the political topic until it was locked. So, you may want to keep an eye around here or it could turn ugly.Comment by ZerOrbitIt's really nice to see people can enjoy themselves without worry. Especially since shootings are only gonna get even more common.Comment by serra2Just to warn the moderators, on the official forums, this turned into quite the political topic until it was locked. So, you may want to keep an eye around here or it could turn ugly.Comment by Kefka1134We all know video gamers had the outcast thing for many times, especially with Republicans in the 80s up till the 2000s or so and Democrats in more recent times.

The one group that was never really addressed though is the Ernst Cline true pure hardcore PC gamer, mainly because their role had been basically to interface between video game people and those other groups.

In other words, they were the ones yelling oh no we can't have RealID we can't have this because the republicans or dems will get you etc etc.

The problem though now? It's basically them... they're the ones still piping in the threats and hostility, the democrats and republicans and common plebian man may still be there but this is entirely an internal issue for the most part at this point.

So yeah, this has nothing to do with security against random jock jerk number 271, this was definitely gamer culture itself staging a last desperate attempt to paint some nebulous outside party as the primary villain in order to intimidate video game as well as culture in general, which, to me, is quite villainous in and of itself.

There's a changing of the guard, we all knew it was coming with the 2011/2012 era and gamergate and all that, I'm sorta surprised they lasted this long honestly.Comment by ikechi.Comment by serra2We all know video gamers had the outcast thing for many times, especially with Republicans in the 80s up till the 2000s or so and Democrats in more recent times.

The one group that was never really addressed though is the Ernst Cline true pure hardcore PC gamer, mainly because their role had been basically to interface between video game people and those other groups.

In other words, they were the ones yelling oh no we can't have RealID we can't have this because the republicans or dems will get you etc etc.

The problem though now? It's basically them... they're the ones still piping in the threats and hostility, the democrats and republicans and common plebian man may still be there but this is entirely an internal issue for the most part at this point.

So yeah, this has nothing to do with security against random jock jerk number 271, this was definitely gamer culture itself staging a last desperate attempt to paint some nebulous outside party as the primary villain in order to intimidate video game as well as culture in general, which, to me, is quite villainous in and of itself.

There's a changing of the guard, we all knew it was coming with the 2011/2012 era and gamergate and all that, I'm sorta surprised they lasted this long honestly.Comment by XygnusWhen I went to Blizzcon three years ago, there were no bag checks whatsoever and there was no one even checking badges upon entering. I was pretty shocked but I'm glad to see they're using safety precautions this year.Comment by AutomagAll as expected.Comment by AutomagWe all know video gamers had the outcast thing for many times, especially with Republicans in the 80s up till the 2000s or so and Democrats in more recent times.

The one group that was never really addressed though is the Ernst Cline true pure hardcore PC gamer, mainly because their role had been basically to interface between video game people and those other groups.

In other words, they were the ones yelling oh no we can't have RealID we can't have this because the republicans or dems will get you etc etc.

The problem though now? It's basically them... they're the ones still piping in the threats and hostility, the democrats and republicans and common plebian man may still be there but this is entirely an internal issue for the most part at this point.

So yeah, this has nothing to do with security against random jock jerk number 271, this was definitely gamer culture itself staging a last desperate attempt to paint some nebulous outside party as the primary villain in order to intimidate video game as well as culture in general, which, to me, is quite villainous in and of itself.

There's a changing of the guard, we all knew it was coming with the 2011/2012 era and gamergate and all that, I'm sorta surprised they lasted this long honestly.Comment by ColiverWith all the controversy surrounding Battle for Azeroth I'm not at all surprised that they are beefing up security this year, better safe then sorry.Comment by EndlessHatredMakes sense they would need more security. With the number of people who would pay to get in Ion's face in person, they need more security to make sure he doesn't get beat up!

Considering Ion is to WoW what Trump is to the US and considering the current political and violent climate, it's not surprising they think something might happen. Blizzard CMs and Devs have been insanely rude to the player base in recent times and all it takes is one guy to go over the edge and be fed up with how he and the community are being treated.

Hey Blizzard, you wouldn't have to worry about it if you didn't constantly disrespect your player base!Comment by 1717213This post was from a user who has deleted their account.Comment by CymillMakes sense they would need more security. With the number of people who would pay to get in Ion's face in person, they need more security to make sure he doesn't get beat up!

Considering Ion is to WoW what Trump is to the US and considering the current political and violent climate, it's not surprising they think something might happen. Blizzard CMs and Devs have been insanely rude to the player base in recent times and all it takes is one guy to go over the edge and be fed up with how he and the community are being treated.

Hey Blizzard, you wouldn't have to worry about it if you didn't constantly disrespect your player base!Comment by RuskiGood grief... I honestly have to assume (read: hope) a good amount of these comments are 100% satirical trolling...

Edit- EndlessHatred created his account earlier today just to comment on this thread.Comment by EndlessHatredMakes sense they would need more security. With the number of people who would pay to get in Ion's face in person, they need more security to make sure he doesn't get beat up!

Considering Ion is to WoW what Trump is to the US and considering the current political and violent climate, it's not surprising they think something might happen. Blizzard CMs and Devs have been insanely rude to the player base in recent times and all it takes is one guy to go over the edge and be fed up with how he and the community are being treated.

Hey Blizzard, you wouldn't have to worry about it if you didn't constantly disrespect your player base!lawfullyLAWFUL BOXING MATCHComment by LilbabyaidyMakes sense they would need more security. With the number of people who would pay to get in Ion's face in person, they need more security to make sure he doesn't get beat up!

Considering Ion is to WoW what Trump is to the US and considering the current political and violent climate, it's not surprising they think something might happen. Blizzard CMs and Devs have been insanely rude to the player base in recent times and all it takes is one guy to go over the edge and be fed up with how he and the community are being treated.

Hey Blizzard, you wouldn't have to worry about it if you didn't constantly disrespect your player base!lawfullyLAWFUL BOXING MATCHComment by mycolothYeah, that one turned into an international pissing match reeeeeally fast.Comment by zombiemallhave a snickers brah, you aren't yourself when your're hangryComment by JaceRaifelJust throwing this out there for all you people thinking the Security is due to Blizz's choices and what not... This is the EXACT SAME SECURITY PROTOCAL PAX East had earlier this year. It's nothing really new. Get a grip on yourselves people. I mean really...

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