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Blizzcon 2026, WoW Forever Beta, Midnight S3, and More in This Week’s Wow Weekly
This week’s WoW Weekly roundup spotlights BlizzCon 2026 and the latest World of Warcraft announcements, including World of Warcraft: Forever, answers to community questions from our modern WoW and WoW Forever live Q&A, a peek at the Midnight Season 3 Dungeon pool, and more!
Read on Blizzard News (opens in a new tab)The World of Warcraft: Forever Beta Now Live
The World of Warcraft: Forever beta begins September 17 and is available through October 21. Opt in for a chance to join testing, or gain beta access by purchasing eligible World of Warcraft: Forever bundles, then share your feedback as we prepare for launch on November 4 at 3:00 p.m. PST.
Read on Blizzard News (opens in a new tab)World of Warcraft: Forever GPU Requirements
When World of Warcraft: Forever launches GPUs based on certain older graphics architectures that fall well below the game's minimum hardware requirements will no longer be supported. The vast majority of World of Warcraft players already use compatible hardware, and this change will allow us to support the game’s updated visual look while providing a more consistent experience for players.
Read on Blizzard News (opens in a new tab)Earlier dispatches
September 2026
September 2026
Unable to launch WoW Forever
Dasha: We wouldn’t have access to this forum if we didn’t have beta access. Just want to clarify that this discussion forum is accessible by all players with an active WoW subscription. Ínfinite: My entire Blizzard launcher can’t load any content of any game - “Oops! Something went wrong.” I’m not a
Read the postWe can't install World of Warcraft: Forever because your operating system doesn't meet the minimum specs to run
Just want to make sure you’ve seen this, in case it applies to your situation: World of Warcraft World of Warcraft: Forever GPU Requirements - WoW When World of Warcraft: Forever launches GPUs based on certain older graphics architectures that fall well below the game's minimum hardware requirements
Read the postNo WoW Account Selector for Multiple Licenses—Second Login Disconnects First Player
Bathered: My dad and I both purchased the beta on our separate WoW accounts, but on the same battle.net account. I’ve been looking into this, and I wonder if you can solve it by doing the following: Log in to your Account page: http://account.battle.net Go to the Games & Subscriptions section. Scrol
Read the postWoW Forever Beta Known Issues - 18 September
Added to the list above: The Cooldown Manager is a work in progress. Complete implementation varies from class to class. Armor bonuses from consumables and buffs are multiplied by Bear Form armor bonuses. Queueing an On-Next Attack ability (Heroic Strike/Cleave/Raptor Strike) disables your spell que
Read the postWoW Forever Beta Known Issues - September 18
Added to the list above: The Cooldown Manager is a work in progress. Complete implementation varies from class to class. Armor bonuses from consumables and buffs are multiplied by Bear Form armor bonuses. Queueing an On-Next Attack ability (Heroic Strike/Cleave/Raptor Strike) disables your spell que
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Beta Discussion Forum Right This Way
We’ve opened this new forum for WoW: Forever Beta discussions. See you there!
Read the postAlmost there!
We almost have the doors thrown open. It’s been more of a smooth and slow opening of the doors than a throw.
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We’re seeing a lot of people waiting to get into the Beta. Thank you for joining us! We’re working through a couple of final issues, and we hope to throw the doors open soon. Thank you for your patience!
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We’re seeing a lot of people waiting to get into the Beta. Thank you for joining us! We’re working through a couple of final issues, and we hope to throw the doors open soon. Thank you for your patience!
Read the postNew build 3.80.2.69874
Product wow_classic_titan, not yet confirmed as Forever · CN
Build historySeptember 2026
September 2026
A familiar world. A new beginning.
Everything we know about World of Warcraft: Forever, gathered in one place.
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Your next adventure starts with a legacy
A first look at account-wide progress and the paths ahead.
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Beyond the roads you remember
A closer look at the new landscapes of Forever.
Read the storySeptember 2026
September 2026
World of Warcraft: Forever What's Next Panel Recap
The first raids unlock on 9 December; Hardcore follows later this winter.
Read on Blizzard News (opens in a new tab)Carve a New Path with World of Warcraft: Forever
Read on Blizzard News (opens in a new tab)Submit Your Questions for the World of Warcraft Live Q&A September 17
Have a question about what you learned at BlizzCon 2026 after the show reveals? We're collecting your questions and hosting a live Q&A with members of the World of Warcraft modern and Forever development teams to answer as many as we can on September 17.
Read on Blizzard News (opens in a new tab)Pre-Purchase the World of Warcraft®: Forever Collector’s Edition
Carve a new path through an Azeroth reimagined with the World of Warcraft®: Forever Collector’s Edition, featuring keepsake physical collectibles and a digital code for the Warcraft Forever Collection. Pre-purchase from the Blizzard Gear Store and be ready when World of Warcraft: Forever launches globally on November 4, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. PST.
Read on Blizzard News (opens in a new tab)Pre-Purchase World of Warcraft: Forever Upgrades and Begin Your Next Journey in Azeroth
Beta from 17 September, early name reservation and the Skyborne packs.
Read on Blizzard News (opens in a new tab)Wage War Once More with Warcraft III Reforged: Forsaken Kingdom
Return to the battlefields that shaped Azeroth with Warcraft III Reforged: Forsaken Kingdom, an all-new campaign that bridges the story from The Frozen Throne to the first days of World of Warcraft. Purchase the Forsaken Kingdom campaign on the Battle.net Shop on its own or choose from additional options that include Warcraft III: Reforged, the Forsaken Kingdom combo, and the Warcraft Forever Collection.
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