Chris Metzen, a veteran of Blizzard Entertainment, has recently taken on the role of Creative Director for the Warcraft franchise. Metzen has been with Blizzard since the early days, and is well-known for his work on the Warcraft, StarCraft, and Diablo franchises. Metzen has been involved in the creative direction of all three franchises since their inception, and is now taking on a more active role in the Warcraft franchise.

Metzen’s involvement in the Warcraft franchise dates back to the original Warcraft: Orcs & Humans game, which was released in 1994. He was responsible for creating the world of Azeroth, the races that inhabit it, and the story of the Warcraft universe. He also wrote the story for Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness, and was heavily involved in the development of Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos.

Metzen’s new role as Creative Director will involve overseeing all aspects of the Warcraft franchise, from game design to story development. He will be responsible for ensuring that the franchise remains true to its roots while also evolving to meet the needs of modern gamers. Metzen has already expressed his excitement for the challenge, saying “I’m thrilled to take on this new role and help guide the Warcraft franchise into its next chapter.”

Metzen’s appointment as Creative Director is a major step forward for Blizzard and the Warcraft franchise. His experience and passion for the series will ensure that the franchise remains true to its roots while also evolving to meet the needs of modern gamers. With Metzen at the helm, fans can expect to see some exciting new developments in the Warcraft universe in the coming years.