The War Within 11.X Patches & World Soul Saga Speculation Thread

[Dracullus]

[blizzquote]And a "special announcement for WoW". What are we thinking it is?

It is worded like it wouldn't be part of either Classic or Modern. Interesting indeed.

[Worldshaper]

It is worded like it wouldn't be part of either Classic or Modern. Interesting indeed.

Dream scenarios:

- WoW on Xbox.

- Classic+ with modern graphics. An alternate perspective on how events unfolded over the last decades, making it compelling for both Classic and Modern players to keep up with.

- World Revamp or at least a HD refresh, coming November 24th.

[Ersula]

It is worded like it wouldn't be part of either Classic or Modern. Interesting indeed.

The way its worded it could be literally anything. From the date announcement for 11.0.7 to the reveal of the second Remix event.

Classic+ with modern graphics. An alternate perspective on how events unfolded over the last decades, making it compelling for both Classic and Modern players to keep up with.

I could say this is a possibility but thats effectively Expansion era classic with "many changes." They'd only do this if Expansion era were ending with Cataclysm.

[Cheezits]

Special announcement is 80% Console port and 20% Free to Play.

[Raetary]

For all we know this could just be referring to the formal announcement of MoP Classic - so curb your expectations, hard.

I dunno.

MoP classic is already something people are expecting and know is coming, and the next classic content update is mentioned like 3 words previously.
I don't think they'd do this kinda tease if it wasn't something that's more unprecedented.

[Dracullus]

I dunno.

MoP classic is already something people are expecting and know is coming, and the next classic content update is mentioned like 3 words previously.
I don't think they'd do this kinda tease if it wasn't something that's more unprecedented.

I would exclude MoP Classic, 11.0.7 and 11.1. Maaaybe it's Season 3 of Vanilla because it's less expected this early - still not surprise it's coming though.

I won't hype myself to the roof either way. Even if surprise, could be something that doesn't directly affect me like coming to game pass.

[Makabreska]

Warcraft animated series coming in 2025.

This is something Blizz should try ages ago.

[Joshuaj]

Warcraft Direct Stream Description

Welcome to the epic celebration of 30 years of Warcraft! Join us on a heartfelt journey through three decades of adventure, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments in Azeroth and beyond. In this special 45-minute video, we're bringing together the creative minds behind World of Warcraft, Warcraft RTS, Hearthstone, and Warcraft Rumble.
Hear firsthand from our development teams as they reflect on the milestones of the past:

○ 30 Years of Warcraft RTS: Hear from the team working on the games that started it all as they look to bring some exciting new updates to Warcraft III Reforged and more.
○ 20 Years of World of Warcraft: Relive the evolution of the world's most beloved MMORPG and discover what's next on the horizon for both WoW Classic and Modern…and a special announcement at the end.
○ 10 Years of Hearthstone: Celebrate a decade of strategic card-slinging fun and get a sneak peek at the game-changing updates coming your way.
○ 1 Year of Warcraft Rumble: Join us for our 1st Anniversary and share our exciting additions on the horizon.

This is more than a look back—it's a warm thank you to our incredible community and a visionary glimpse into the future of the Warcraft universe. Whether you're a lifelong fan or rekindling your passion, there's never been a better time to dive back into the world you love.

Let's embark on the next chapter together. The adventure continues!

So Reforged 2.0 confirmed.

And a "special announcement for WoW". What are we thinking it is?

Special announcement?

DnD-styled WoW game. That or surprise Midnight news.

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Godlike Direct:

• New repeating cycle of the three original versions of the game for WoW Classic, with Vanilla launching in November, followed by TBC next year and WotLK in 2026. Once those end, TBC and WotLK get Era servers as well. Launch in November.
• Classic MoP launching in the spring.
• Classic+ once SoD ends next year.
• Hearthstone year of 2025 outlined, with the first expansion set on Pandaria and bringing the Monk class.
• Warcraft 2 Reforged.
• Warcraft 3 2.0.
• Warcraft Rumble update with new season, mini type and heroes.
• WoW Modern 11.1 fully detailed. Undermine. New Tinker class.
• WoW Modern 2025 Roadmap teases all patches coming in TWW.
• Concept art and early look at Midnight, without spoilers. Just to keep people excited. A view of Silvermoon.
• Warcraft animated series coming in 2025.

Dude all of this would be perfect.

But regarding the special announcement? Not sure about a series tbh. We'll likely just get a DND styled game.

[Makabreska]

Special announcement is 80% Console port and 20% Free to Play.

Yeee, let's make game with like 8 mil subs 6 months ago and possibly biggest source of revenue for Blizz into F2P.
(and some estimates even claimed it broke players record with re-opening in China)

And I still don't know how people think gamepad players could play on par with keyboard/mouse users.

[Joshuaj]

If it is classic+...that would be cool but idk

[Raetary]

I feel like if it were some spin-off, whether game or a show, it would not be included under the WoW section in that list but rather be listed as a seperate announcement.

Whatever it is, i think its definitely involving the game.

[Trazzle]

I understand keeping expectations low as then you’re less disappointed… but considering it’s such a milestone year for Warcraft, all the promotional stuff they’ve been doing, recent Microsoft acquisition, I could see them revealing something big to capture more attention for the over all positive momentum WoW as right now.

[Khaza-R]

I understand keeping expectations low as then you’re less disappointed… but considering it’s such a milestone year for Warcraft, all the promotional stuff they’ve been doing, recent Microsoft acquisition, I could see them revealing something big to capture more attention for the over all positive momentum WoW as right now.

This is fair. Considering a new game like WC2 Reforged is potentially tagged as just "...and more", then something considered a special announcement for WoW could be very big. And going off that, I have to assume the WC3 update is very big considering it takes presecedence when talking about the RTS games.

Personally though, I would rather keep my expectations very grounded and be legitimately surprised in the event they do have something really huge for WoW to announce.

[Eldryth]

Yeee, let's make game with like 8 mil subs 6 months ago and possibly biggest source of revenue for Blizz into F2P.
(and some estimates even claimed it broke players record with re-opening in China)

And I still don't know how people think gamepad players could play on par with keyboard/mouse users.

There's no way I can see them doing full free to play, but I think it's possible for them to imitate FFXIV's popular trial by letting us play a past expansion (probably Dragonflight for simplicity) for free. Basically using that as a teaser to get more players to upgrade to the Worldsoul Saga for seasonal content.

[Joshuaj]

Idk...would the special announcement be Classic or retail related? Almost seemed like it would be separate yet still connected to WoW

[Jastall]

Yeee, let's make game with like 8 mil subs 6 months ago and possibly biggest source of revenue for Blizz into F2P.
(and some estimates even claimed it broke players record with re-opening in China)

And I still don't know how people think gamepad players could play on par with keyboard/mouse users.

They put Call of Duty on Gamepass. WoW isn't big enough to avoid it if Microsoft wants it.

[Darkarath]

The fact that they mention the special announcement right after Classic and Modern could imply a new version of the game IMO. MoP Classic would not be a special announcement. We all expect that, and it is just more Classic, not something special.

The dream is WoW on consoles, but it could also be a new event similar to MoP Remix or Plunderstorm, but new, obviously.

No chance of WoW becoming free to play BTW.

Thinking a little bit more about a possible new version of WoW... What it could be? We have Retail, Classic, Hardcore, SoD (which is essentially Classic+ IMO). What else can we get? If it is a console version, it would not be new. It would be just Retail on consoles (maybe Classic too), unless they take the console version as a chance to make something new.

Hmmmm, a more solo experience? WoW as an action RPG with Plunderstorm's type of skills? I do not even think that something like that is possible, but...

A more simple WoW with Gacha elements? You create the main character and then you can recruit the legendary characters of WoW, all of them with a different gameplay, and of course with a much more simple combat.

I am running out of ideas here... In both cases the game should have to undergo such massive changes that it seems very unlikely.

[Dracullus]

After I read all ideas here, imo Warcraft series fits most to message from blue post. Maybe with same style as Alleria short before TWW.

[Malorne the White Stag]

And a "special announcement for WoW". What are we thinking it is?

Surprise tinker reveal

[Enteroctopus Magnificus]

Surprise tinker reveal

Tinker class reveal or housing are the ultimate things i expect for WoW.
But it'll probably be an animated series or something else.