What's different from Classic, in 7 topic guides
See what changed, why it matters, and how it shapes your journey. Browse our 7 illustrated guides covering every confirmed mechanic from the ground up.
World of Warcraft: Forever keeps the deliberate pacing, challenge, and community spirit of the original 1 to 60 journey. Blizzard measures every addition against the spirit of the original game, so the changes below build on Classic rather than replace it.
Every confirmed change is grouped into 7 illustrated guides below. Each guide compares Classic and Forever side by side and explains what the change means for your character.
Deciding between the two games rather than reading up on a system? Start with WoW Forever vs Classic.
How WoW Forever changes classes from Classic: revised talents, combined hit and crit, reworked item stats, new Paladin Seals, and Paladins and Shamans on both factions.
How WoW Forever changes races from Classic: six new race and class combinations, rebuilt racials with two actives and two passives, and the new Skyborne race.
How the WoW Forever world differs from Classic: over 1,000 new quests, new zones like Riverglades and Zephras Isle, and a 1 to 60 journey with no flying or scaling.
What WoW Forever adds to group play: nine new dungeons, three raids from December 9 including Onyxia's Lair, Darkspear Islands, and new Meeting Stones.
How WoW Forever changes professions from Classic: camping turns the Cooking Fire into a Basic Campfire, and professions gain more than 600 new recipes.
How WoW Forever changes realms and characters from Classic: realmless rulesets, the Hardcore ruleset, two-part names, and account-wide Legacy Points.
How WoW Forever lets you choose your look and controls: opt-in Transmog, modern or Classic visual presets, HD or SD models, and official gamepad support.
