Launch Roadmap: Global Release November 4, Name Reservation Starts October 27
Mark your calendars: World of Warcraft: Forever officially launches globally on November 4, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. PST. Learn how name reservation works, server eligibility, and subscription details.
Following its announcement at BlizzCon 2026, Blizzard has officially confirmed the release dates and access timeline for World of Warcraft: Forever.
Worldwide Launch Date
WoW Forever will officially go live worldwide on November 4, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. PST. The game is fully included with any standard active World of Warcraft subscription or game time card with no mandatory expansion purchase required.
Important Milestone Dates
- ▸October 21, 2026: Closed beta testing realm closes for final pre-launch preparations.
- ▸October 27, 2026: Character Name Reservation period begins on live realm lists.
- ▸November 4, 2026: Official worldwide launch at 3:00 p.m. PST (6:00 p.m. EST).
Prepare your 1–60 leveling strategy ahead of launch day by studying our comprehensive 1–60 leveling guide and profession roadmaps.
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zones1–60 Complete Leveling & Zone Route Guide
The definitive 1–60 leveling route for WoW Forever Build 1.60.1. Streamlined zone routing for Alliance and Horde, Zephras Isle and Skyborne pathing, avoiding the mid-30s quest draught, and utilizing mobile campfires for constant 200% Rested XP.
itemsPre-Raid BiS Gear Directory: All Classes & Specs
The definitive Pre-Raid Best-in-Slot (BiS) checklist for all 9 classes in WoW Forever. Every key drop from Stratholme, Scholomance, Blackrock Spire, Dire Maul, and endgame profession crafts mapped with drop rates and stats.
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Everything you need to level Fishing from 1 to 300 in WoW Forever. Covers trainers for every faction, starting zone vendors, lure progression, the Expert Fishing book, the Artisan Fishing quest from Nat Pagle, and the best zones to fish at each skill tier.