World of Warcraft: Forever launch and raid schedule announced

World of Warcraft: Forever is scheduled for a worldwide launch on 4 November 2026. Unveiled at BlizzCon 2026, the title is positioned as a permanent third branch of the franchise alongside Retail and Classic.

Raids are expected to unlock on 9 December 2026, approximately five weeks after the initial launch. This release schedule is designed to pace player progression, utilizing 1,000 new quests distributed across the level 1–60 bracket. Announced group content includes nine dungeons, such as the Hall of Thanes and City of Dalaran, while reported raids include Barrow Deeps and Hyjal Summit.

As the beta phase progresses, players are preparing their interfaces using various addons. Notable options include Ellesmere UI, which offers a complete aesthetic overhaul and enhanced control over UI elements, and ClassicUI Forever, which restores the visual style of the original 2004 game.