Blizzard and DeviantART Have Partnered to Host a Diablo 3 Fan Art Event
Eric Westcott — March 21, 2014 — Tech
References: moonbeam13.deviantart
Diablo 3 fan art has exploded, as Blizzard and DeviantART host a competition to find the best video game fan art. With many gamers having a creative background, there is no time for waiting until fan art starts showing up for new games.
Diablo is one of the three main franchises from Blizzard that has come to experience a cult following. With a 12-year break between the second and third installments, fans have waited a long time to be able to draw their favorite game characters.
The contest that has the difficult task of filtering through thousands of entries to name one overall winner. It is a hard job placed upon the judges, as all the entries are amazing, and choosing one winner will be next to impossible.
Diablo is one of the three main franchises from Blizzard that has come to experience a cult following. With a 12-year break between the second and third installments, fans have waited a long time to be able to draw their favorite game characters.
The contest that has the difficult task of filtering through thousands of entries to name one overall winner. It is a hard job placed upon the judges, as all the entries are amazing, and choosing one winner will be next to impossible.
Trend Themes
1. Video Game Fan Art - Opportunity for gaming companies to host fan art contests to engage and reward their passionate fanbase.
2. Cult Following - Potential for businesses to tap into niche communities and create products or events that cater to their dedicated fanbase.
3. Creative Gamers - Recognizing the talent of gamers and providing platforms for them to showcase their artwork and creativity.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - Gaming companies can partner with platforms like DeviantART to encourage fan engagement and foster a sense of community.
2. Art - Opportunity for art platforms and galleries to showcase and promote video game-inspired artwork created by fans.
3. Events and Conventions - Hosting fan art competitions or dedicating a section to fan art at gaming conventions can attract passionate fans and increase engagement.
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