THE CRUNCH
Blizzard has clarified that the next StarCraft game, an open-world shooter due in 2030, will be a boxed release rather than a live-service title. This marks a shift for the studio, which has historically focused on online multiplayer games. The decision suggests a return to traditional retail releases for the franchise.
The studio likened the project to a 'boxed' release, distancing it from the ongoing service model that has defined much of its recent output.
This approach could signal a renewed focus on single-player experiences or shorter, finite campaigns within the shooter format.