Diablo 3 Free To WoW Players With The New Annual Pass

Blizzard has announced that players of their massive time consuming and ever so popular PC game, World of Warcraft will receive the upcoming Diablo 3 free.  Of course there is a teeny tiny catch.  In order to get Diablo 3 for free you must purchase their new annual pass and adhere to a few other minor commitments to Blizzard.

The World of Warcraft annual pass can be paid in monthly installements just like a month to month subscription however where it differs is that you get Diablo 3 for free, the in game mount Tyrael’s Charger, and guaranteed access into World of Warcraft expansion beta.  If you are jumping for joy right about now, slow down there.  You must have an account that is in good standing and created before October 18th and also be willing to commit to a one year subscription without unsubscribing.  If you do not complete the one year term, you will lose everything that comes with the limited time only WoW annual pass.  That means, Diablo 3 for those of you that need that spelled out.  After your 12 month subscription is over and if you choose to cancel after that time period, you still get to keep Diablo 3.

Also announced on the Diablo 3 end of the spectrum is the CE edition that comes with:

• 4 GB USB drive that is a replica of a soulstone and a Diablo skull base
• Full versions of Diablo II and Diablo II: Lord of Destruction
• Behind the scenes Blu-Ray/DVD Set
• 208 page art book
• Diablo 3 soundtrack
• Exclusive in game content

Blizzard did not comment on release date or price.

via Techspot, Blizzard, and Blizzard Annual Pass Info