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Battle.net client gets a nicer lookI am ready for the second battle
I am ready for the second battle
Blizzard and Activision’s game launcher, Battle.net, hasn’t won any “Sleek and Nice to Navigate” awards over the years. Blizzard have begun rolling out an update which could change this, though, as it’ll spruce the ageing client up into a tidier Battle.net 2.0.
Announcedon Blizzard’s site, Battle.net 2.0 isn’t worlds away from its predecessor, but I’m definitely a fan of the way games are displayed in a row along the top as opposed to a long list that runs down the left side. Plus the new library view looks grand, with its ability to filter games. I am genuinely excited for these filters folks.
One of the most annoying things about the old launcher was its separation of the social panel, meaning you’d have to flip between windows to see what your mates were up to. Now all this stuff is neatly integrated on the right side. A big thumbs up from me.
Blizzard have also improved accessibility, meaning you can navigate most of the app with your keyboard. Screen reader support has been added too.
Here’s a quick comparison between the two:
The old Battle.net launcherAnd the new launcher’s homepage
The old Battle.net launcher
And the new launcher’s homepage
The new patch will roll out in North America first and arrive in other regions over the next few weeks.
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