#latest-news
1 messages ยท Page 1 of 1 (latest)
In Dragonflight's Alpha Build 44649, a very special Hearthstone character has made his way into World of Warcraft: Rafaam! He has been one of the most popular antagonists in Hearthstone history for years now, starring as the main villain in multiple expansions. Could he be involved with a potential return of Galakrond in Dragonflight?
Dragonflight alpha testing may have just started, but we're already getting an early look at potential Patch 10.1 content, thanks to a handful of interesting references found in the database! While it seems far too early to worry about what may come in future patches, this small glimpse could provide clues as to where the story of Dragonflight might go next.
With Shadowlands Season 4 starting next week, this is the last week to earn a handful of Season 3 related achievements from Raid, PvP, and Mythic+. Note that raid mount drops from The Jailer, Fractal Cypher of the Carcinized Zerethsteed and Fractal Cypher of the Zereth Overseer, will be staying the same until Dragonflight launch later this year.
The Dragonflight Alpha notes reveal that the Waking Shores zone will be available for testing, as well as Mage and Paladin talents.
Today's Dragonflight Alpha Build contains new Hunter talents as well as retuned and reworked old talents!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Priest talent trees, our Discipline Priest writer provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Discipline Priest talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Blizzard has published their class tuning for Shadowlands Season 4. These changes include the aforementioned nerfs to Survival Hunter and Destruction Warlocks, but also large buffs to Shadow Priest AoE damage. There are also other smaller buffs to Balance Druids, Arcane Mages, Protection Paladins, and Protection Warriors. Small Windwalker Monk nerfs as well.
With San Diego Comic-Con now under way, Blizzard and Wowhead wanted to throw together a sweepstakes for all those who cannot attend. We have several prizes available, listed therein, including a one of a kind pre-production Overwatch 2 Reinhardt statue, the very one on display at SDCC! Last call, only ~24 hours remain!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Priest talent trees, our Holy Priest writer provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Holy Priest talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Here are the class and spell changes for Dragonflight Alpha Build 44895.
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Mage talent trees, our Frost Mage writer Preheat provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Frost Mage talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Mage talent trees, our Fire Mage writer Preheat provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Fire Mage talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Mage talent trees, our Arcane Mage writer Porom provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Fire Mage talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Despite what was tested on the Season 4 PTR, the Shrouded affix Dreadlords give count on live servers! We break down how much each Dreadlord is worth for each dungeon.
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Protection talent trees, our Protection Paladin writer Lincoln provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Protection Paladin talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Rogue talent trees, our Outlaw Rogue writer JustGuy provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Outlaw Rogue talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Shaman talent trees, our Restoration Shaman writer Niseko provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Restoration Shaman talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Rogue talent trees, our Assassination Rogue writer Whispyr provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Assassination Rogue talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Rogue talent trees, our Subtlety Rogue writer fuu1 provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Subtlety Rogue talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Prevent Shrouded Mini-Boss Zul'gamux from Healing Using Protection Paladin - Season 4 Mythic+ Tricks
The Dreadlord Mini-boss Zul'gamux from the Shrouded affix gives you 3 stacks of the buff, but can take a long time due to the healing from the Blood Siphon ability. However, players have found that a Protection Paladin can interrupt the ability immediately, preventing her from healing at all!
Blizzard has posted additional class tuning for the next weekly reset which includes more Destruction and Survival Hunter Nerfs.
With Season 4 rolling, many players have realized how annoying it can be to check dungeon journal for dungeons from different expansions. To solve that problem, today we want to highlight the new addon Season 4 Encounter Journal, which puts every Dugeon from Season 4 together in a new category in your Dungeon Journal.
Blizzard is buffing Cosmic Flux acquisition by 100% from PvP, Mythic+ and Raid.
The Holy Paladin Dragonflight Talent Tree is available in this Dragonflight Alpha build. Here's a first look at Talent Tree which includes the Holy Paladin Legion artifact ability and much more!
We've datamined a massive amount of class tuning and spell changes in this Dragonflight Alpha build! Here's all of them.
Blizzard has replied in the Dragonflight Hunter feedback thread, noting that Sentinelโs Wisdom is very likely being redesigned.
Our first look at possible Monk Dragonflight Talent Tree spells is here!
Sanctum of Domination is Fated this week and each boss has a special Fated Raid affix that changes from boss to boss!
While there weren't any Mage Talent Tree changes in this week's Dragonflight Alpha build, more Mage spells have been found in this build that seem like future talents. This includes a 50% Mortal Strike effect for Mages!
With the start of Season 4, we're going to take a look at M+ data for the first week of the Shrouded Season. For this analysis, we are using data from Raider.io
Blizzard has replied to feedback on Dragonflight Warrior talent trees, noting that the arrangement of talents will change in the next build.
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Shaman talent trees, our Elemental Shaman writer HawkCorrigan provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Elemental talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Blizzard has announced an 8 hour maintenance on Tuesday, August 16th from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM PDT for NA servers. Blizzard has announced an 8 hour maintenance on Tuesday, August 16th from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM PDT for NA servers.
The Priest ability, Power Infusion, has been a controversial topic throughout Shadowlands. With this ability returning in Dragonflight, we wanted to discuss the current state of Power Infusion, why players are frustrated with the ability, and some possible solutions that could help alleviate these concerns going forward!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Paladin talent trees, our Retribution Paladin writer Bolas provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Retribution talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Blizzard has announced some systemic adjustments to raids in Wrath Classic.
In Mythic+ Iron Docks, you can get the a lot of your mob count from rolling the Iron Stars over trash, so we're describing how to effectively use the Iron Stars!
This weekly reset on August 16th/17th, players unlock the ability to purchase certain Fated raid items with their first Puzzling Cartel Dinars. If you're looking to optimize your character's power and performance in Season 4, then get the best Dinar purchase recommendations for each specialization, direct from our Class Guide Writers.
This weekly reset on August 16th/17th, players unlock the ability to purchase certain Fated raid items with their first Puzzling Cartel Dinars. If you're looking to optimize your character's power and performance in Season 4, then get the best Dinar purchase recommendations for each specialization, direct from our Class Guide Writers.
Here are the class and spell changes for Dragonflight Alpha Build 45141 which includes Monk Talents and the first Demon Hunter changes.
Today we'll take a look at the M+ data for the second week of the Shrouded Season. For this analysis, we are using data from Raider.io.
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Hunter talent trees, our Survival Hunter writer DoolB provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Survival Hunter talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Demonology Warlocks have learned several new tricks on the Dragonflight Alpha, but one of the most visually appealing is the ability to summon a brand new demon pet. Manifest Gul'dan's Ambition to bring an actual raid boss to the battlefield and watch your very own Pit Lord make a mess out of melee!
The Wowhead team is hiring a Profession guide writer for our Dragonflight Retail site. This is a paid opportunity, with reimbursement for any new content you create, as well as updates to existing pages.
From now until September 5, 2022, you can claim your FREE copy of the Shadowlands Base Edition, along with a Level 50 Character Boost through the Battle.net Desktop App.
Blizzard added a blue post stating they're testing hotfix processes on the Dragonflight Alpha today. Paladin players testing on Alpha might notice that they will see some talents added or removed through the day, but these changes are temporary and should be returned to normal after testing is complete.
Today we'll take a look at the M+ data for the third week of the Shrouded Season. For this analysis, we are using data from Raider.io.
Mechagon Workshop is back again in Season 4 of Shadowlands and with it, the Mind Control technology that can lead to massive damage from your Priest. AutomaticJak explains how to perform this trick and when you can do it!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Hunter talent trees, our Beast Mastery Hunter writer Tarlo provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Beast Mastery Hunter talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Blizzard has announced some changes to Demon Hunters in an upcoming Dragonflight alpha build. Update: A follow up post also noted that the Hot Feet talent will be moving to the class tree where Master of Glaive is, which will instead be merged with Debilitating Cuts to match the Shadowlands version.
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Warlock talent trees, our Destruction Warlock writer Loozy provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Destruction Warlock talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Shaman talent trees, our Enhancement Shaman writer Wordup provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Enhancement Shaman talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Warlock talent trees, our Affliction Warlock writer Xyronic provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Affliction Warlock talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Monk talent trees, our Brewmaster Monk writer Llarold provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Brewmaster Monk talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Paladin talent trees, our Holy Paladin writer Voulk provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Destruction Paladin talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Warlock talent trees, our Demonology Warlock writer Not provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Demonology Warlock talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Heroic and Epic deluxe editions for Wrath of the Lich King Classic are now available for purchase on the Battle.net shop.
We have published Wrath Classic guides aimed at returning players looking to understand the basics of their class in the pre-patch, including leveling builds for Fresh Start realms and advice for characters that have purchased level 70 boosts. If you are trying out Wrath for the first time, or are returning after a long break, these guides are for you!
The Venomhide Ravasaur Mount was added in the original Wrath of the Lich King to be a counterpart to the Winterspring Frostsaber. This new mount is Horde exclusive and unlocks through a 20-day long chain of daily quests. We have a guide to help you through every step of the way as you collect Venomhide Baby Teeth!
Since last week's announcement, Diablo II: Resurrected players have been able to test the gameplay changes introduced with Patch 2.5. That is why we have asked our Diablo guide writers to share their opinions regarding the newly introduced Terror Zones, the several QoL and gameplay changes, and features they would like to see in the near future of Diablo II: Resurrected.
With the reveal of the Dragonflight DH talent trees, our Havoc Demon Hunter writer Shadarek provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the DH talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Blizzard has commented on the recent suspensions caused by โAFKโing in Wrath Classicโs Alterac Valley. Some of these suspensions will be reversed and they give some insight into how AFK reports are treated.
Hotfixes September 6, 2022 Mythic+ Return to Karazhan: Lower Developersโ note: The Opera events in Lower Karazhan have proven to be more lethal than we'd like, particularly given the weekly rotation that makes them more challenging to master in Mythic+. We've made a number of adjustments here in hopes of bringing the difficulty of these events in line with our expectations.
Here are all the class and spell changes for Dragonflight build 45454 which includes many updates to Restoration Druid, Feral Druid, Warriors, Rogues, Priests and more!
Blizzard has shared details on changes to how the Holy Shield talent and โSpell Blockโ will work in an upcoming Dragonflight build.
Blizzard has also commented on upcoming changes to Hunters and some additional comments on what you can and how to tame Lesser Dragonkin.
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Monk talent trees, our Mistweaver Monk writer Anomoly provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Mistweaver Monk talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Monk talent trees, our Windwalker Monk writer Babylonius provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Monk talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Today we'll take a look at the M+ data for the most popular keys in the fifth week of the Shrouded Season. For this analysis, we are using data from Raider.io.
With the reveal of the Dragonflight Hunter talent trees, our Marksmanship Hunter writer Azortharion provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the Hunter talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Blizzard has posted the Dragonflight Pre-Patch PTR development notes for September 13th!
Here are the class and spell changes for Dragonflight Build 45570 which includes Warrior Skull Banner being removed.
Blizzard has now opened the end-game testing realm and released some notes on it. Players can only be in Stormwind and Orgrimmar, and the realm is currently used for Rated Solo Shuffle, with Mythic+ and Raids soon.
Blizzard has posted some upcoming changes to rogues on the Dragonflight Beta, noting that the feedback is heard and showing off a quick preview of a new talent, Danse Macabre.
Blizzard has noted that the recent Rogue feedback has been heard, showing off a quick preview of a new talent, Danse Macabre and announcing that they'll be back tomorrow with more updates.
With the reveal of the Dragonflight DH talent trees, our Vengeance Demon Hunter writer Itamae provides initial reactions and thoughts on this revamped system. We break down the DH talent trees, discussing the new talents and providing some sample builds. Join us as we predict how this class could play in Dragonflight!
Blizzard has posted a massive post on feral druids for Dragonflight, including making Berserk contribute to AoE damage!
Today we'll take a look at the M+ data for the most popular keys in the fifth week of the Shrouded Season. For this analysis, we are using data from Raider.io.
In the same interview with MrGM and Scottejay where Kris Zierhut announced Heroic Plus Dungeons, another change coming in Wrath Classic will reward Tanks and Healers with bonus rewards from Dungeons. There is even a small chance at some very rare mounts such as Deathcharger's Reins, Ashes of Al'ar, and Reins of the Raven Lord!
With Wrath of the Lich King launching on September 26, players will finally be able to venture into Northrend and begin leveling their professions up to the new maximum skill of 450. We have prepared some Profession leveling guides for this very occasion, listing every material required to level up all the way to 450!
Alongside all of the class and spell changes coming with this week's Dragonflight update, the talent trees are also getting a makeover. Players may notice new animations and effects, with unlearned talents glowing periodically, and a class specific splash screen whenever your currently active talents are changed.
On September 21st, Blizzard held Developer Interviews about Wrath of the Lich King Classic with various World of Warcraft content creators. Brian Birmingham was a guest on the Warcraft Reloaded Podcast, Kris Zierhut was interviewed by MrGM and Scottejaye, and the Josh Greenfield joined the Countdown to Podcast.
Blizzard has announced that Season Five will begin on September 29th at 3:00 a.m. server time. This season will be called Scions of the Storm and will include Storm themed cosmetics for adventurers who choose the paid Battle Pass in either the Empowered or Collector's versions and complete certain Season objectives.
Wowhead had the opportunity to interview Kris Zierhut, Principal Game Designer on World of Warcraft Classic. In the interview, we cover topics regarding Wrath of the Lich King Classic ranging from the new increased difficulty in Heroic Dungeons with Ulduar's release, how loot will change alongside that, and additional clarity around these new mechanics.
Blizzard has provided an update on class design on the Dragonflight Beta, noting that the Design Iteration phase is mostly over and they're now focusing on tuning and bug fixes.
Blizzard has posted upcoming raid testing for Vault of the Incarnates. The last boss will not be tested at all!
Wrath of the Lich King CLaassic will launch on September 26th and a week after launch, we can expect raids to open up for Phase 1 content. Our Class Guide writers have prepared Best in Slot Gear Guides for every class and specialization, containing gear from Naxxramas, Eye of Eternity, and Obsidian Sanctum.
Today we'll take a look at the M+ data for the most popular keys in the seventh week of Shadowlands Season 4 . For this analysis, we are using data from Raider.io.
Here are all the datamined class talents and spell tuning changes in this week's Dragonflight Beta build. This includes DH tuning buffs, Evoker range increase, the Boomkin rework and more!
World of Warcraft: Dragonflight will be launching on November 28th!
Demon Hunter Dragonflight Tier Set Appearance Preview - Special Effects on Mythic and PvP Elite Sets
We've datamined all the different Demon Hunter Tier set appearances for Dragonflight Season 1. The Mythic and PvP Elite sets have special animations and effects!
We've datamined all the different Shaman Tier set appearances for Dragonflight Season 1. The Mythic and PvP Elite sets have special animations and effects!
Join in with Raider.io and Break the Meta to win your very own Shrouded Banner of the Opportune.
Blizzard has announced that all PTR and Beta realms are down for maintenance.
Here are all the datamined class and spell tuning changes for Dragonflight Beta build 45969!
Last week we covered the newly released Frostmorne Replica Sword available for pre-order, as well as the WotLK Soundtrack Vinyl LP Box Sets. This week we're covering some additional items that are now available for purchase or pre-order through the Blizzard Gear Store, Amazon or Pop Mart: apparel, playing cards, a new Exploring Azeroth book and more!
Diablo II: Resurrected Ladder Season 2 Starts Today - Build Tier List, Terror Zones, Sundered Charms
Diablo II: Resurrected's Ladder Season 2 starts today! Wowhead's Diablo team has compiled several in-depth guides regarding all new content introduced with Season 2 and Patch 2.5.
Death Knight Dragonflight Tier Set Appearance Preview - Special Effects on Mythic and PvP Elite Sets
We've datamined all the different Death Knight Tier set appearances for Dragonflight Season 1. The Mythic and PvP Elite sets have special animations and effects!
Blizzard has posted some brief comments on the recent Mythic+ testing, noting that Dragonflight Mythic+ is still in development. Next test should includes more dungeons and some Seasonal affix changes!
We've finally releasing a new set of pins! COVID caused all sorts of delays in the process of getting this new merchandise manufactured, but it's finally here. We have a total of six new pins available as well as a PVC keychain. Additionally, a great deal of previously released shop items are discounted up to 60%.
Today we will take a look at the DPS rankings in the first week of Phase 1 of Wrath of the Lich King Classic, on Naxxramas, Eye of Eternity, and Obsidian Sanctum during the week of October 4th. For this analysis we will use data provided by Warcraft Logs Fated Naxxramas, Eye of Eternity, and Obsidian Sanctum statistics.
Here are the datamined class tuning changes from the 10.0 PTR which includes a large nerf to the Ursoc's Fury talent for Guardian Druids.
Over the last few Dragonflight Beta builds, there have been some significant trash and boss tuning in Court of Stars, one of the Dragonflight Season 1 dungeons. These changes seem to address some of the major concerns of this dungeon!
Will to Survive (Human Racial Ability) and PvP trinkets now clear the effect of Shackle Undead.
A few weeks ago, a hotfix was made to Hylbrande to add an extra action button when handling Bypass Codes. We discuss the impact of the change and accessibility in Encounter Design.