INDEPENDENT WOW: FOREVER GUIDES

Azeroth, reimagined — start it right

Practical guides for World of Warcraft: Forever — getting into the beta, the new Skyborne race, every race-class combination and what actually changes from WoW Classic. Building out through launch on November 4, 2026.

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WoW: Forever at a glance

DeveloperBlizzard Entertainment
TypeReimagined WoW Classic MMORPG
BetaSept 17 – Oct 21, 2026
ReleaseNovember 4, 2026
PlatformPC (Battle.net)
New raceSkyborne
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WoW: Forever guides

Practical, source-checked guides for World of Warcraft: Forever — beta access, races, classes and what to expect at launch.

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Guides across beta access, races, classes and leveling — expanding as the beta opens up and the game launches.

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What is World of Warcraft: Forever?

A reimagined version of WoW Classic from Blizzard's Classic team, often called "Classic+": the classic world with new and reworked zones, new quests, dungeons and raids, the new Skyborne race and new race-class combinations.

When does WoW: Forever release?

World of Warcraft: Forever launches on November 4, 2026, on PC through Battle.net.

When is the WoW: Forever beta?

The beta opened on September 17, 2026 and runs until October 21, 2026. It started with a level 20 cap that rises to level 30 later in the test. Beta characters do not carry over to launch.

What is new compared to WoW Classic?

Blizzard highlights 1,000+ new quests, new and expanded zones with updated visuals, new dungeons and 10- and 20-player raids, the Skyborne race and new race-class combinations such as Forsaken Paladins and Dwarf Shamans.

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