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Blizzard launches World of Warcraft Forever beta with mixed player reactions

Blizzard Entertainment released a closed beta for World of Warcraft: Forever after one week of testing.

WoW: Forever has me excited, but Blizzard needs to tread carefully — the player base will be seriously split in its current state
File photo WoW: Forever has me excited, but Blizzard needs to tread carefully — the player base will be seriously split in its current state Photo: TechRadar

Players express cautious optimism

Veteran players have spent a full week testing the new version. Many feel the initial experience matches the excitement from 2005. Some believe Blizzard is taking a step in the right direction.

Concerns about server stability

Reporters note that gameplay feels fantastic during the current test period. However, there are potential issues regarding server performance that could arise later. One specific issue identified might cause problems further down the line.

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