<DIV>No company has impacted videogames and global pop culture quite like Blizzard Entertainment. From its humble beginnings as a console game publisher in 1991 to breakout massively multiplayer franchises such as<I> Warcraft, Diablo, StarCraft,</I> and <I>World of Warcraft</I>, Blizzard has created stunning worlds of science fiction and fantasy. The company's distinctive gameplay and storytelling styles have captivated an international fan base in the tens of millions whose passion cannot be quelled.<BR><BR>Twenty years after opening its doors Blizzard boasts the undisputable title of the largest massively multiplayer online gaming universe, and as the standout leader in creatively driven game development. An epic volume of art and behind-the-scenes insights, <I>The Art of Blizzard</I> celebrates the studio's genesis by examining the astonishing talents behind these games and showcasing the artistry of their creative team through more than three hundred pieces of concept art, paintings, and sketches.<BR><BR>Packed with illustrations that cover everything from creature design to the breathtaking work of the Blizzard Cinematic Team, <I>The Art of Blizzard</I> is the ultimate gift to gamers worldwide.<BR></DIV>