Warcraft
‘Westworld’ Star Angela Sarafayan Calls ‘World of Warcraft’ ‘A Cozy Game’
Actor Angela Sarafayan is best known for HBO’s Westworld. This weekend, she attended her first ever BlizzCon, which was a long time coming because she’s been a World of Warcraft player for years. Sarafayan was excited to attend and get a glimpse at the upcoming Shadowlands expansion pack. Angela Sarafyan at BlizzCon 2019 Phillip Faraone/Getty …
First major ‘World of Warcraft Classic’ update adds Dire Maul dungeon
Dire Maul dungeon was originally released for WoW as a challenging quest for players ranked from levels 55 to the original 60 cap, and that restriction still applies. Blizzard points out that to succeed, you’ll need help. “Dire Maul is a particularly dangerous dungeon for the unprepared and you’ll need dependable teamwork to make your …
Why an in-game backpack has World of Warcraft fans fuming
In World of Warcraft, one of the biggest sources of content is acquiring new gear for your character. Players can complete new content, search the world, run old raids, and craft gear, then spend hours in the transmogrification system to make sure that their hero looks as cool as possible. For many players, this means …
‘World of Warcraft Classic’ Is a Nostalgia Trip For a Game That Doesn’t Exist
World of Warcraft doesn’t change. Except it has. World of Warcraft Classic is an attempt to capture something special—the game, as it was, when Blizzard released it in 2004. It’s a nostalgia trip for anyone who played at the time, and a curiosity for those who grew up playing different versions of it. A lot …
World of Warcraft nostalgia to boost Activision Blizzard: Barron’s
NEW YORK (Reuters) – The initial reception for a re-launched version of a classic video game points to potential stock price growth of Activision Blizzard Inc, with new titles from key franchises also bolstering the company’s outlook, according to Barron’s. The entrance to the Activision Blizzard Inc. campus is shown in Irvine, California, U.S., August …
World of Warcraft Classic has its first level 60 player
World of Warcraft Classic is a refreshing return to form for many players. But while most of us are killing kobolds and crafting potions, streamers and pro players are racing for World First. Jokerd is the first play to reach level 60, a feat which drew a sizable audience on Twitch. Jokerd pulled off the …
World of Warcraft Classic may miss one crucial element: the drama
I still vividly remember zoning out during Blackwing Lair, my eyes glazing over as the screaming bout over Ventrilo intensified. We were stuck on the infamous Vaelastrasz fight in Blackwing Lair, and our guild leader and priest class leader disagreed on how to handle part of the fight. There was just one complication: Those two …
World of Warcraft Classic name reserve guide
Nothing is more sacred than your name in World of Warcraft. It’s the first thing players see about you, and the name your raid leader will shout when you stand in the fire and ruin the fight. Naming yourself is a task that you can’t rush, even in the excitement of Blizzard-run Classic servers. To …
Mechagon Hard Modes In ‘World of Warcraft’ And How To Beat Them
The Mechagon zone in ‘World of Warcraft,’ home to Operation: Mechagon. Blizzard Entertainment Operation: Mechagon, the new eight-boss “megadungeon” in World of Warcraft, offers players a fun, challenging evening of killing bosses and sliding around on trash piles. But even after the initial work is done, the dungeon has more difficulty to offer. Completing Operation: Mechagon on Hard …
Blizzard revitalizing fan-favorite World of Warcraft raid next patch
World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth patch 8.2, Tides of Vengeance, is over a month old. With a packed developer update, Blizzard revealed the key features coming in 8.2.5 later this year. The Firelands raid from the Cataclysm expansion is coming back for this patch, and it’s the third returning raid being revisited with the …
