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World of Warcraft: Forever's Week 3 Beta update adds new dungeons & bumps the level cap to 30
Blizzard Entertainment has released the Week 3 beta update for World of Warcraft: Forever, increasing the level cap to 30 and adding new dungeons including Excavation Site: Wetlands, Razorfen Downs, and Uldaman. Dungeon quest experience has been reduced by 50%, and various class adjustments, bug fixes, and UI improvements have been implemented.
World of Warcraft Forever delves into class design philosophy, including deep dives on the Priest and Warrior
Blizzard Entertainment is discussing the class design philosophy for World of Warcraft, with a particular focus on the Priest and Warrior classes. The developers aim to broaden useful choices without altering the core identity of these classes, making Rage more reliable for Warriors and providing Priests with new talent options for healing, utility, and damage.
MMO Jukebox Song of the Week: ‘Riverglades’ from World of Warcraft Forever
The article highlights 'Riverglades,' a new music track from the upcoming 'World of Warcraft Forever' project, a 'Classic Plus' version of the MMO. It emphasizes the importance of music in MMOs for memory and player experience, inviting readers to share their favorite game soundtrack tracks.
There are "all sorts of smart reasons" the League of Legends MMO shouldn't be made, Riot boss says, but…
Riot Games co-founder Marc Merrill acknowledges numerous 'smart reasons' why the League of Legends MMO shouldn't be made, citing the genre's challenges and existing competition. Despite these concerns, he expresses confidence in the project, highlighting the dedicated Runeterra fanbase and Riot's resources. However, the recent cancellation of the fighting game 2XKO has left fans cautious about the MMO's future.
Xbox is "in a pickle" because "Microsoft never really picked a lane" says ex-PlayStation boss
Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden believes Xbox is in a difficult position due to Microsoft's inconsistent strategy regarding game exclusivity and its subscription service model. Layden suggests that Microsoft's inability to commit to a clear lane, whether as an exclusive platform or a multi-platform publisher, has hindered its progress against PlayStation.
Blizzard Adds Beloved 'Kyle's Gone Missing' Quest to World of Warcraft: Forever
Blizzard Entertainment has added the 'Kyle's Gone Missing!' quest to World of Warcraft: Forever, aiming to preserve elements of the original vanilla WoW experience. This addition is part of an effort to include notable quests from the game's history.
The WoW: Forever beta's nerf to dungeon XP isn't nearly as bad as it seems
Blizzard Entertainment has reduced the experience points granted from dungeon quests in the World of Warcraft beta, but the change is not as severe as initially perceived. The reduction applies only to the bonus experience, meaning dungeon quests remain a viable way to level, and the developers have time to adjust the system before the final release.
World of Warcraft posts the update notes for the upcoming patch 12.1.5
Blizzard Entertainment has released the update notes for the upcoming World of Warcraft patch 12.1.5, which is scheduled to go live on October 14th. The notes detail balance tweaks for various classes, housing changes, alterations to the Prey system, and the sharing of Battle for Azeroth and Legion reputations across a player's warband.
Blizzard warns WoW Forever players that its stance on real-money trading is "crystal clear" following beta ban spree: "We will continue to take action"
Blizzard Entertainment has issued a stern warning regarding real-money trading (RMT) in the World of Warcraft: Forever beta, confirming that accounts involved in buying, selling, or receiving illicit gold will face consequences ranging from gold removal to permanent bans. The company reiterated its clear stance against RMT, emphasizing the seriousness with which they are treating the in-game economy, especially in light of past issues with practices like GDKP.
WoW Factor: Reacting to the rumors of new classes from the Blizzard survey
The author reacts to rumors of new classes being considered for World of Warcraft, based on a survey Blizzard Entertainment sent out. They express excitement for potential classes like Bard, Witch, Tinker, Illusionist, San'layn, Warden, Necromancer, and Runesmith, while offering specific opinions on each, generally favoring those that feel unique and well-integrated into the game's lore.
Blizzard Cracks Down on Gold Selling in World of Warcraft Forever — and Streamers Are in the Firing Line
Blizzard Entertainment is implementing stricter measures against gold selling in World of Warcraft, including its Classic version. The company is cracking down on the practice, with some streamers reportedly being caught in the process.
World of Warcraft Forever is highlighting its classes… including classes that don’t currently exist
World of Warcraft Forever is highlighting its existing classes like Druid, Hunter, Warrior, Rogue, and Shaman with deep dives and videos. The game is also surveying players about potential new classes such as Demon Hunters, Tinkers, Bards, Illusionists, Witches, and Necromancers, indicating a divergence from the retail version of World of Warcraft.
Big Walk made more money than Counter-Strike and Warcraft in August
New data from August reveals that Big Walk and Star Wars Zero Company achieved significant revenue on PC, outperforming established titles like Counter-Strike and World of Warcraft. Big Walk sold over a million copies in its first six days, while Star Wars Zero Company, despite a late launch, also performed strongly. Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls showed mixed results, with a decent console performance but a disappointing PC launch.
World of Warcraft: Forever survey pitches new classes to players, including Bard, Witch, and more
Blizzard Entertainment is surveying World of Warcraft: Forever players about potential new classes, including Bard, Witch, Necromancer, and Tinker. While some classes like Demon Hunter and Monk appear similar to existing versions, others are entirely new concepts. The survey suggests these classes may be added post-launch, with concerns raised about potential monetization and balance issues.
World of Warcraft: Midnight drops its 12.1.5 patch on October 14
World of Warcraft's next patch, 12.1.5, is scheduled to release on October 14th. This update will introduce new story quests, a single-boss raid, Aqir Invasion events in Eversong and Zul'Aman, and the Labyrinth of Kindo'jan mega-delve. Players can also look forward to collecting Nebulous Voidcores starting October 7th and Ascendant Venomstones after the patch.
Tinker, Bard, Illusionist - Blizzard seemingly surveying World of Warcraft: Forever players about never-before-seen classes to add to the game
Blizzard Entertainment appears to be surveying World of Warcraft: Forever players about potential new classes, including Bard, Tinker, Necromancer, and San'layn. Some surveyed classes are new concepts, while others are reimagined versions of existing classes from modern World of Warcraft, with potential gameplay differences.
Evening Reading - September 29, 2026
This roundup covers several gaming news items including Sony's withdrawal from CES 2027, the upcoming reveal of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and a significant update for Deadlock. It also highlights a new concurrent player record for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on Steam following its remaster, and reviews for Minecraft Dungeons 2 and the Razer Naga V3 Pro mouse.
One of my all-time favorite games just announced an expansion, yet all I feel is fear
Developer Coffee Stain Studios announced the first paid DLC for Satisfactory, titled 'Core Values,' which will introduce new underground building mechanics, resources, and fauna. Despite the game's appeal and the author's significant playtime, the announcement evokes fear of re-engaging with the highly addictive construction sim.
Alleged WoW: Forever Survey Teases 11 New Classes, Including Some Deep Cuts
An alleged survey for World of Warcraft: Forever has surfaced, detailing 11 potential new classes for the classic version of the MMORPG. The survey asks players for feedback on classes like Bard, Necromancer, Tinker, and Warden, among others, providing details on lore, abilities, and roles. While some classes are re-imagined versions of existing ones, many are entirely new concepts steeped in World of Warcraft lore.
From WoW and MTG Addicts to the Keepers of the Tavern in Hearthstone
Executive Producer Nathan Lyons-Smith and Sr. Design Manager Brenden Sewell discuss how their experiences playing World of Warcraft and collectible card games like Magic the Gathering influenced their design work on Hearthstone. They share insights into how their backgrounds shaped the development of Blizzard Entertainment's popular digital card game.