Heroes of the Storm Panels at BlizzCon® 2013

Now that we’ve formally introduced you to Heroes of the Storm™, we’re looking forward to talking all about the game with you at BlizzCon® 2013. Here’s a guide to attending every Heroes panel, whether you’re at BlizzCon or watching along at home (for BlizzCon Virtual Ticket subscribers).

Friday, November 8 – Heroes of the Storm Overview
4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. PST
On the BlizzCon Main Stage

Get an overview of Blizzard’s newest free-to-play game, Heroes of the Storm (developed under the code name Blizzard All-Stars). Learn about the core game mechanics, hero rosters, reward systems, and the variety of challenges you’ll face on the battlefield. The panel is scheduled to include Game Director Dustin Browder, Lead Software Engineer Alan Dabiri, Senior Art Director Sam Didier, and Production Director Chris Sigaty.

Saturday, November 9 – Heroes of the Storm Deep Dive
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. PST
At the Panel Discussion Stage

Join the Heroes of the Storm (formerly Blizzard All-Stars) design and art teams as they walk you through the creation of a hero, the construction of a map, and the development of the environments where you’ll be facing off. The panel is scheduled to include Game Designer Matt Cooper, Senior 3D Artist Phill Gonzales, Senior Game Designer Richard Khoo, Senior 3D Artist Brian Sousa, and Senior Game Designer Alex Sun.

Saturday, November 9 - Heroes of the Storm Live Matches
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. PST
On the Panel Discussion Stage

Come watch members of the development team battle in live Heroes of the Storm matches. Ten Heroes of the Storm developers will participate in live gameplay, while Game Director Dustin Browder and Online Broadcasting Manager Kevin Knocke provide live commentary! Which of your favorite Warcraft, StarCraft, and Diablo characters will emerge victorious?