Although the news was originally reported back in February, it slipped under many people's radars. But today, WOR re-reports that Blizzard did indeed cancel the WWI event. Blizzard claimed to have 'merged' the WWI with Blizzcon, but this is one less tournament for WoW, WC3 and SC, in a year where esports tournaments are already dropping like flies.

Even in these troubled economic times, it seems surreal that a company who's flagship game boasts a population larger than most countries should fall prey to financial difficulties. But with no further explanation given, this is surely the line of reasoning that most fans will follow.

This also means that there will be no Blizzard event in Europe this year. This is especially bad news for World of Warcraft players, who have to sit back and watch VODs of American teams in MLG until ESL announces EM IV.

Source: WoR