Blizzard Entertainment, a well-known video game developer, revealed a new StarCraft game during BlizzCon 2026, with a planned release in 2030. This upcoming title marks a significant shift from the original StarCraft series, which was a real-time strategy (RTS) game where players manage resources and command units in real time. Instead, the new game will follow an open-world shooting format, allowing players to explore a vast environment and engage in more dynamic combat scenarios. During the event, a cinematic trailer was shown, but specific details about the game's story, characters, or gameplay mechanics were not disclosed. The game is expected to take place 70 years after the events of StarCraft II, continuing the saga in the Koprulu sector, a fictional region in the StarCraft universe dominated by human (Terran) factions. Blizzard, which is now owned by Microsoft, has not confirmed whether the new StarCraft game will be exclusive to Xbox consoles. The Xbox UK account mentioned that the game will be available on Xbox consoles, but Blizzard's spokesperson was unclear when asked by Kotaku on September 21, 2026, about other platforms. The spokesperson stated that the game "will not be an exclusive game," but did not specify whether it would be available on PlayStation, PC, or other platforms. This lack of clarity has led to speculation among fans and industry observers about the game’s availability. The trailer for the new StarCraft game ends with an Xbox logo, but neither the official website nor the StarCraft YouTube channel specify which platforms the game will be available on. This ambiguity has fueled rumors that the game might also be released on the PlayStation 6, though no official confirmation has been given. Microsoft and Blizzard have both emphasized that they will address any claims that the game is an Xbox exclusive, suggesting that the company wants to avoid limiting the game’s reach to a single platform. The decision to shift the StarCraft series from its traditional RTS format to an open-world shooter represents a bold move for Blizzard. While the change may attract new audiences unfamiliar with the RTS genre, it also risks alienating long-time fans who have followed the series since its debut in the 1990s. As the release date approaches in 2030, more details about the game’s platform, story, and gameplay are expected to emerge, offering further clarity on this highly anticipated project.