We are just a couple of weeks away from the start of Blizzcon 2008 (to be held at the Anaheim Convention Center on Oct. 10-11) and this week Blizzard revealed more info about what will be happening at their (sort of) annual gathering of fans of their games. Comedian and actor Jay Mohr will return for his second appearance at Blizzcon as he will host the live contests. In addition, fellow comedian and actor Patton Oswald will host the closing ceremonies. That event will include a concert by Level 80 Elite Tauren Chieftain, a band formed by Blizzard team members.

As previously reported, DirecTV will broadcast 16 hours of live high definition footage from Blizzcon and that will be co-hosted by Spike TV's Geoff Keighley. Members of Blizzard will drop by the DirecTV broadcast during Blizzcon desk to talk about their work and the convention. They will also show a tour of Blizzard's offices and if DirecTV owners have the proper DVR they can download high-def cinematic trailers of upcoming Blizzard games. Remember if you sign up for DirecTV via the Blizzcon site by Tuesday, September 30 you can get the Blizzcon pay-per-view event for free (a $39.99 value).