2008 Blizzard Worldwide Invitational announced

Blizzard Entertainment announced today that the fourth Blizzard Worldwide Invitational will be held in Paris, France between the 28th and 29th of June, 2008. This will be the first BWI event held in Europe, bringing community members together with the company while showcasing the latest Blizzard projects as well as some of the most intense Warcraft and Starcraft action of the year.

The event will take place at the Porte de Versailles Exposition Center in Paris. “We look forward to bringing the Blizzard Worldwide Invitational to Europe for the first time and sharing our latest news with players there,” Said Mike Morhaime, CEO of Blizzard entertainment. “In addition to the great tournament gaming that will be taking place at the event, we’re planning an entertaining show for all attendees.”

In addition to their annual Warcraft and Starcraft tournaments, the event will also feature playable versions of both Starcraft II and WoW:Wrath of the Litch King, musical performances, Blizzard merchandise, a silent auction and more.

Tickets to the event are limited, they will be made available soon at the price of 70€ per ticket. Additional information of the event including activities, tournaments and tickets will be available on the official BWI 2008 website here.

massacre 12-02-08 04:22pm nice! =D     Contrail 19-02-08 06:21am A lot of big tournaments between now and then to look forwards to ! Hopefully there will be more European players as the event is in Paris.