BlizzCon 2026 opens on September 12 and Nintendo's next-generation hardware, officially referenced as Nintendo Switch 2 in event materials, is listed among the show's sponsors.
The listing accompanies an advance confirmation from Blizzard that Diablo IV and its expansions will be released on Nintendo Switch 2, marking a notable platform expansion for one of Blizzard Entertainment's flagship franchises.
BlizzCon is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m.
PT / 6:30 p.m.
UK time on September 12.
Background and context
BlizzCon is Blizzard Entertainment's long-running fan and developer showcase for franchises including Diablo and Overwatch.
Diablo IV originally launched on June 6, 2023 for PC, PlayStation and Xbox platforms.
The developer's announcement that Diablo IV and associated expansion content will reach Nintendo Switch 2 represents a confirmed platform release tied to Blizzard's BlizzCon programming and the console sponsorship listing.
Rewritten statement for clarity
Blizzard has confirmed that Diablo IV and its expansion content are slated for release on Nintendo Switch 2, and Nintendo Switch 2 is officially listed as a sponsor of BlizzCon 2026.
The developer and publisher framed the platform announcement as part of its BlizzCon presentation schedule.
What is verified
- Event date and time: BlizzCon 2026 begins September 12 at 10:30 a.m.
PT / 6:30 p.m.
UK time.
- Sponsor listing: Nintendo Switch 2 appears among BlizzCon 2026 sponsors in official event materials.
- Platform release: Blizzard has confirmed Diablo IV and its expansions for Nintendo Switch 2.
- Developer history: Blizzard Entertainment is the developer behind Diablo IV and the Overwatch franchise, both of which have previously been central to BlizzCon reveals and updates.
How to follow the event
BlizzCon programming is traditionally streamed through Blizzard's official channels and partner platforms.
Fans tracking Switch 2 release details for Diablo IV should watch BlizzCon coverage and consult Blizzard and Nintendo announcements for exact release dates, edition details, and digital storefront availability on Nintendo platforms such as the eShop.
This coverage will be updated as Blizzard and Nintendo publish release dates and storefront details for Diablo IV on Nintendo Switch 2.
The listing accompanies an advance confirmation from Blizzard that Diablo IV and its expansions will be released on Nintendo Switch 2, marking a notable platform expansion for one of Blizzard Entertainment's flagship franchises.
BlizzCon is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m.
PT / 6:30 p.m.
UK time on September 12.
Background and context
BlizzCon is Blizzard Entertainment's long-running fan and developer showcase for franchises including Diablo and Overwatch.
Diablo IV originally launched on June 6, 2023 for PC, PlayStation and Xbox platforms.
The developer's announcement that Diablo IV and associated expansion content will reach Nintendo Switch 2 represents a confirmed platform release tied to Blizzard's BlizzCon programming and the console sponsorship listing.
Rewritten statement for clarity
Blizzard has confirmed that Diablo IV and its expansion content are slated for release on Nintendo Switch 2, and Nintendo Switch 2 is officially listed as a sponsor of BlizzCon 2026.
The developer and publisher framed the platform announcement as part of its BlizzCon presentation schedule.
What is verified
- Event date and time: BlizzCon 2026 begins September 12 at 10:30 a.m.
PT / 6:30 p.m.
UK time.
- Sponsor listing: Nintendo Switch 2 appears among BlizzCon 2026 sponsors in official event materials.
- Platform release: Blizzard has confirmed Diablo IV and its expansions for Nintendo Switch 2.
- Developer history: Blizzard Entertainment is the developer behind Diablo IV and the Overwatch franchise, both of which have previously been central to BlizzCon reveals and updates.
How to follow the event
BlizzCon programming is traditionally streamed through Blizzard's official channels and partner platforms.
Fans tracking Switch 2 release details for Diablo IV should watch BlizzCon coverage and consult Blizzard and Nintendo announcements for exact release dates, edition details, and digital storefront availability on Nintendo platforms such as the eShop.
This coverage will be updated as Blizzard and Nintendo publish release dates and storefront details for Diablo IV on Nintendo Switch 2.
