WoW Forever Release Date Beta and Editions
WoW Forever launches on November 4, 2026. The beta runs from September 17, 2026 to October 21, 2026. Guaranteed access comes with Skyborne Epic Pack, Warcraft Forever Collection.
Last Updated
Release November 4, 2026
Game version 1.60.1 beta
Key dates
- BetaSeptember 17, 2026 to October 21, 2026
- Early name reservationOctober 27, 2026 to November 3, 2026
- ReleaseNovember 4, 2026
How to play
- WoW Forever is part of World of Warcraft, an active subscription or game time gives access from launch day.
- The new Skyborne race and its Zephras Isle starting experience need Skyborne Heroic Pack or a higher edition.
- Beta access comes with Skyborne Epic Pack, Warcraft Forever Collection.
- Edition bonuses apply to the World of Warcraft account the edition was bought for.
Editions compared
| What is included | Skyborne Heroic Pack | Skyborne Epic Pack | Warcraft Forever Collection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyborne race and Zephras Isle starting experience | Included | Included | Included |
| Cerulean Prideclaw ground mount | Included | Included | Included |
| Shen'dorei Skyseer's Garb transmog set | Included | Included | Included |
| Veteran Adventurer's Rucksack back transmog | Included | Included | Included |
| Shen'dorei Windwell toy | Included | Included | Included |
| Skyborne housing decor | Included | Included | Included |
| Early name reservation | Included | Included | Included |
| Beta access | Not included | Included | Included |
| Veteran Adventurer's Loyal Companion ground mount | Not included | Included | Included |
| Veteran Adventurer's Outdoor Wear transmog set | Not included | Included | Included |
| Zergling, Panda, Diablo and Pachimari pets | Not included | Included | Included |
| Lordaeron and Shen'dorei tabards | Not included | Included | Included |
| 30 days of game time | Not included | Included | Included |
| Warcraft III Reforged | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Warcraft III Reforged Forsaken Kingdom | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Forsaken and Human figurine decor | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Invite a friend launch codes | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Each edition includes everything from the one before it. Game time is added on launch day. Housing decor works in modern World of Warcraft.
Frequently asked questions
- When does WoW Forever come out?
- WoW Forever launches on November 4, 2026.
- When is the WoW Forever beta and how do you get in?
- The beta runs from September 17, 2026 to October 21, 2026. Guaranteed access comes with Skyborne Epic Pack, Warcraft Forever Collection.
- Is WoW Forever free?
- WoW Forever is included in an active World of Warcraft subscription or game time, there is no separate purchase needed to play.
- How do you unlock the Skyborne race?
- The Skyborne race and its starting zone require Skyborne Heroic Pack or a higher edition.
- When is early name reservation for WoW Forever?
- Early name reservation runs from October 27, 2026 to November 3, 2026 for owners of any edition.