So, this is the October issue article about Diablo III that's supposed to be in October's Issue. It's a lengthy article, a fun read, but doesn't really include any new information.
Jay Wilson: I’d say WoW has a lot of influence. We’ve learned a lot of things: monster design, character creation, team play, online security - it’s kind of endless.
The Barbarian has his own story, and it’s actually meant to be the same Barbarian from D2, the same person. A lot of those characters, we’re trying to pull forward and give them a real place in the Diablo universe - a history and a feeling of depth that I don’t think the previous games have done enough justice to. It’s a great universe with the coolest lore, and we really want to make sure this game serves that.
Some people were not sure if it was indeed the same Barbarian from D2.
PCG: The cynics have already said they look forward to playing Diablo III when it ships in 2011. Do you feel any pressure to prove them wrong?
Our main goal is to make sure that the game stays true to its core values and satisfies the high expectations of the Diablo community and our own development team. We want Diablo III to be fast-paced, action-packed, full of lore and gore, and as polished as possible.
Pictures of the article : http://blizzardguru.com/forums/showthread.php?p=6290#post6290
If you're having trouble reading that, they also have the article up on Games Radar : http://www.gamesradar.com/pc/diablo-iii/preview/diablo-iii/a-20080801111854458065/g-2008063084756359080
Some people were not sure if it was indeed the same Barbarian from D2.
No denail there, 2010-2011 is probably accurate.
I hope not, if they actually announced Diablo III 3 years before its release then fuck Blizzard, fuck 'em in the ass.