Beta · WoW: Forever

The WoW: Forever beta begins

17 September 2026First announced day, Pacific time

32 days agoAnnounced by Blizzard

Blizzard states that the World of Warcraft: Forever beta begins on September 17, 2026 and runs through October 21, 2026 (Pacific time).

Key facts

Beta period: September 17 to October 21, 2026 (PST), according to Blizzard’s pre-purchase announcement.
During the beta: The Forever Open duel tournament is played on October 17 and 18, 2026.
After the beta: Early Name Reservation opens on October 27 and the game launches on November 4, 2026.

This date had already passed when it was added. It is kept so that the calendar shows the whole road to launch.

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Beta · WoW: Forever

17 September 2026First announced day, Pacific time

32 days agoAnnounced by Blizzard

Blizzard states that the World of Warcraft: Forever beta begins on September 17, 2026 and runs through October 21, 2026 (Pacific time).

Beta period: September 17 to October 21, 2026 (PST), according to Blizzard’s pre-purchase announcement.
During the beta: The Forever Open duel tournament is played on October 17 and 18, 2026.
After the beta: Early Name Reservation opens on October 27 and the game launches on November 4, 2026.

This date had already passed when it was added. It is kept so that the calendar shows the whole road to launch.

Every announced milestone in order. Select one to open its page.