Blizzard had planned to celebrate the launch of 'Overwatch' on the Nintendo Switch with a special event at the Nintendo Store in Rockefeller Plaza.
Blizzard Entertainment cancelled an October 16 event in New York City meant to celebrate the launch of"Overwatch" on the Nintendo Switch. Blizzard recently became the target of boycotts and protests after punishing a professional gamer who spoke out in support of the Hong Kong protests at an official, sponsored event. Voice actors from"Overwatch" were scheduled to appear at the Nintendo Store in New York City's Rockefeller Plaza for a 90-minute meet-and-greet session.
Blizzard Entertainment cancelled an October 16 event in New York City meant to celebrate the launch of"Overwatch" on the Nintendo Switch. Blizzard recently became the target of boycotts and protests after punishing a professional gamer who spoke out in support of the Hong Kong protests at an official, sponsored event. Voice actors from"Overwatch" were scheduled to appear at the Nintendo Store in New York City's Rockefeller Plaza for a 90-minute meet-and-greet session.
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