A field guide to your next adventure
WoW Forever Beta, Release Date
& Player Guides
Reimagined original Azeroth. Beta access, launch times and the changes that matter for your next session.
Beta testing
- Beta cap
- 30October 1 notes
- Beta last full day
- Oct 21, 2026Cutoff hour not announced
- Global launch
- Nov 4, 2026Nov 4, 2026, 3:00 PM PST
Checked · Official source ↗
A dated snapshot; check the source for later changes.
Independent. Source-linked. Made for players.
Start with the essentials
Your next step, answered.
Direct answers. Official sources.
Less searching, more exploring.
Get into the beta
Access options, installation, the level 30 cap and the end of testing.
Prepare for launch day
Global launch times, name reservation and a practical checklist.
Catch up on patch notes
Our latest verified update summary and what it means for your next session.
New here or coming back?
Find your footing.
Begin with the basics before choosing a build or planning the endgame.
Having trouble connecting? →New in the field guide
Classes and PvP, explained.
Class changes and choosing your role
Verified class previews, talent milestones and the limits of beta build advice.
Understand Honor and ranks
Separate currency from rank progression and plan your next gear upgrade.
Battle for the Darkspear Islands
Capture points, the central flag, entry routes and rewards in the new battleground.
From the journal
Recent verified changes.
Beta development notes
WoW Forever October 6 Beta Maintenance: Fixes to Know
Blizzard's October 6 beta realm notice lists fixes for missing chest quest items, elevator or transport disconnects, and a guild error.
Beta development notes
WoW Forever October 1 Beta Update: Level 30 and New Dungeons
Blizzard's October 1 WoW Forever beta notes set the cap at 30, add Wetlands and open two dungeons. Here is the player-facing summary and full source.