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World of Warcraft: Forever at a glance
Blizzard lists World of Warcraft: Forever for November 4, 2026, with access through a WoW subscription or Game Time. Its beta is scheduled for September 17 through October 21.
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When can I play?
Blizzard lists a November 4, 2026 launch. The beta runs September 17 through October 21; opt-in offers a chance to test. WoW Forever requires a WoW subscription or Game Time.
Open the Battle.net product pageWhat changes from Classic?
Blizzard describes new and expanded zones, gameplay changes and upgraded graphics. Read the official overview for its feature descriptions.
Visit the official websiteWhich class should I choose?
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