Silicon & Synapse
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Silicon & Synapse

Silicon & Synapse, an American game developer and publisher, is a subsidiary of Microsoft. Known for developing and publishing iconic franchises like World of Warcraft, Diablo, and StarCraft, the company has shaped the gaming landscape.

Founded in
founded
Headquarters
Irvine, US
Employees
4 700+ Employees

Games developed

79

Games published

61

Average score

82

Total games

81

Main franchises

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Riot Games Recruits WoW Combat Designer for LoL MMO
17 hours ago 2 min read

Riot Games Recruits WoW Combat Designer for LoL MMO

Brian Holinka, a veteran combat designer from World of Warcraft, has joined Riot Games' League of Legends MMO team. This move signals a continued investment in the secretive project, leveraging expertise from a major MMORPG.

StarCraft II Receives Surprise Update with Economy and Gameplay Changes
5 days ago 2 min read

StarCraft II Receives Surprise Update with Economy and Gameplay Changes

Blizzard has released a major update, version 5.0.16, for StarCraft II, focusing on extending the early and mid-game experience. The update includes changes to worker counts, resource distribution, and unit abilities across all three races, aiming to increase strategic diversity.

World of Warcraft Patch 12.0.7 Release Potentially Delayed
1 week ago 2 min read

World of Warcraft Patch 12.0.7 Release Potentially Delayed

World of Warcraft players may have to wait longer for Patch 12.0.7, as the Turbulent Timeways event has been pushed back. Originally slated for June 17, the patch might now arrive on July 1, based on the event's new schedule.

World of Warcraft: Midnight Players Face Increasing Repair Costs
1 week ago 2 min read

World of Warcraft: Midnight Players Face Increasing Repair Costs

Over two months after its launch, World of Warcraft: Midnight players are grappling with escalating repair costs, particularly for high-quality gear. The expense of maintaining equipment is becoming a significant concern for many players, impacting their gold reserves and overall enjoyment of the game.

Johnny Cash Returns to World of Warcraft as Principal Designer
2 weeks ago 2 min read

Johnny Cash Returns to World of Warcraft as Principal Designer

Veteran developer Johnny Cash is rejoining Blizzard Entertainment as a Principal Designer II for World of Warcraft. Cash previously worked on the Pet Battle system and other key features. His return has generated excitement among fans.

Turtle WoW Fan Server Shuts Down Following Blizzard Legal Action
2 weeks ago 2 min read

Turtle WoW Fan Server Shuts Down Following Blizzard Legal Action

The popular World of Warcraft fan server, Turtle WoW, closed on May 15 after an eight-year run. The closure comes after a legal battle with Blizzard Entertainment. Players gathered to say goodbye to the server that offered an old-school version of the game.

World of Warcraft Guardian Druids Nerfed After Community Outcry
2 weeks ago 2 min read

World of Warcraft Guardian Druids Nerfed After Community Outcry

Guardian Druids in World of Warcraft are facing further nerfs following a Mythic Plus run that garnered attention. The adjustments aim to balance the tank specialization, which was previously adjusted in patch 12.0.5. The community reacted with humor and debate.

Blizzard Event Fuels Speculation on World of Warcraft Classic Plus
3 weeks ago 2 min read

Blizzard Event Fuels Speculation on World of Warcraft Classic Plus

Blizzard has invited several content creators associated with World of Warcraft Classic to a private event in California. This has sparked rumors of a 'Classic Plus' version, potentially featuring new content and modern adjustments. The community has long requested an alternative to simply replaying old expansions.

Blizzard Event Fuels Rumors of 'WoW Classic Plus' Development
3 weeks ago 2 min read

Blizzard Event Fuels Rumors of 'WoW Classic Plus' Development

Blizzard recently hosted an event in California with World of Warcraft Classic creators, sparking speculation about a potential "WoW Classic Plus" version. This comes as players have long requested Blizzard to experiment with Classic, and a large announcement for Classic was hinted at earlier this year.

Diablo IV Warlock Class: A Fresh Take on Spellcasting
3 weeks ago 2 min read

Diablo IV Warlock Class: A Fresh Take on Spellcasting

The Warlock class arrived in Diablo IV's Lord of Hatred DLC at the end of April. This new class focuses on summoning demons and offers a unique approach to spellcasting, differentiating itself from other classes in the game.

Double Fine Productions Employees Begin Unionization Process
3 weeks ago 2 min read

Double Fine Productions Employees Begin Unionization Process

Double Fine, the studio behind Psychonauts, has filed to unionize with the Communications Workers of America. The move, involving all 42 employees, aims to preserve creative excellence and worker well-being within the Xbox developer.

Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred Expansion Concludes Major Storyline
1 month ago 2 min read

Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred Expansion Concludes Major Storyline

Diablo 4's second major expansion, Lord of Hatred, has concluded the game's current narrative arc. Key characters met their end as antagonists Lilith and Mephisto were seemingly defeated, resetting the stage for future content.

World of Warcraft Midnight Bundle Sparks Player Outcry
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1 month ago 2 min read

World of Warcraft Midnight Bundle Sparks Player Outcry

A new $75 housing bundle for World of Warcraft Midnight has ignited player frustration, arriving shortly after a buggy patch that disabled core game features. The cost raises questions about in-game monetization.

Blizzard Re-releases Original Warcraft 3 Client
1 month ago 2 min read

Blizzard Re-releases Original Warcraft 3 Client

Blizzard Entertainment has made the original version 1.29 client of Warcraft III available on Battle.net. This move offers a classic experience for players, limited to offline and LAN play, following widespread criticism of Warcraft 3: Reforged.

Hearthstone Cataclysm Expansion Arrives March 17
1 month ago 2 min read

Hearthstone Cataclysm Expansion Arrives March 17

Hearthstone's new Cataclysm expansion, themed around World of Warcraft's Cataclysm, arrives March 17. It revisits the lore of Deathwing's triumph with new mechanics and returning Colossal minions.

Analysis
3 months ago 2 min read

March 2026: Marathon, Crimson Desert, and More Set for Release

March 2026 is poised to be a busy month for gamers, packed with anticipated releases across multiple platforms. From remasters like Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake to new titles like Marathon, there's something for everyone.

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