John Hight to Leave Blizzard

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17 June 2024 12:38

John Hight, who served as the general manager of the Warcraft franchise at Blizzard Entertainment, has announced his departure from the company after nearly 13 years.

Hight revealed his decision on his personal Twitter account earlier this week, expressing his intention to embark on a new endeavor. During his tenure at Blizzard, Hight played a pivotal role in overseeing the Warcraft series for over a decade. His career spans many years in the gaming industry, beginning at The 3DO Company and subsequently working with prominent studios such as EA, Atari, and Sony.

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He stated "After 12 incredible years at Blizzard, I’ve decided to step away & start a new quest. It was a tough decision, but I feel like now is as good a time as any: Warcraft is in an amazing position as the universe turns 30. I’ve been so honored to serve all of the heroes of Azeroth You are the most passionate, dedicated, and creative community in gaming. You are why I’ve poured my heart and soul into creating the best games possible. You have inspired me, challenged me, and made me a stronger developer."

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John Hight to Leave Blizzard

Hires

17 June 2024 12:38

Tags: Blizzard World of Warcraft

John Hight, who served as the general manager of the Warcraft franchise at Blizzard Entertainment, has announced his departure from the company after nearly 13 years.

Hight revealed his decision on his personal Twitter account earlier this week, expressing his intention to embark on a new endeavor. During his tenure at Blizzard, Hight played a pivotal role in overseeing the Warcraft series for over a decade. His career spans many years in the gaming industry, beginning at The 3DO Company and subsequently working with prominent studios such as EA, Atari, and Sony.

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He stated "After 12 incredible years at Blizzard, I’ve decided to step away & start a new quest. It was a tough decision, but I feel like now is as good a time as any: Warcraft is in an amazing position as the universe turns 30. I’ve been so honored to serve all of the heroes of Azeroth You are the most passionate, dedicated, and creative community in gaming. You are why I’ve poured my heart and soul into creating the best games possible. You have inspired me, challenged me, and made me a stronger developer."