

NetEase, in its own statement, cited "irreconcilable differences" for the breakdown in the partnership. The only one of its games unaffected by the decision is the mobile-based "Diablo Immortal," which was co-developed and published under a separate agreement between the two companies. I don't know if I can keep them if I turn to other games."īlizzard, in a statement issued on November 16, said it will be suspending most of its game services on the Chinese mainland on January 23, citing the expiration of its licensing agreements with NetEase.

"My followers come to my livestreaming room to watch these two games, too. "I usually livestream two games – 'Overwatch 2' and 'Hearthstone' – both from Blizzard," he said. The news that US-based Blizzard Entertainment and China Internet giant NetEase are parting company after a 14-year partnership has jolted fans of popular digital games like "World of Warcraft," "Overwatch," "StarCraft," "Hearthstone" and "Heroes of the Storm."Īmong those with dropped jaws is a professional game livestreamer who goes by the name Kaka.
