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The system requirements for World of Warcraft (WoW) vary depending on the expansion and whether you're looking for minimum or recommended specs. Below are the official requirements for the latest expansion, Dragonflight, as of 2024. Minimum System Requirements (Playable on low settings at 1080p, 30 FPS) OS: Windows 10 64-bit CPU: Intel Core i5-3450 / AMD FX 8300 RAM: 4 GB (8 GB for integrated graphics) GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (2GB) / AMD Radeon RX 560 (2GB) / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Storage: SSD with 128GB available space Internet: Broadband connection Resolution: 1024x768 minimum Recommended System Requirements (Smooth performance on medium-high settings at 1080p, 60 FPS) OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K / AMD Ryzen 5 2600X RAM: 8 GB (16 GB for best performance) GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (8GB) / AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (8GB) Storage: SSD with 128GB+ available space Internet: Broadband connection Notes: Expansions Impact Performance: Newer expansions (like Dragonflight) require better hardware than older ones (e.g., Classic or Shadowlands). SSD Strongly Recommended: WoW loads faster and runs more smoothly on an SSD. Mac Support: WoW runs on macOS (M1/M2 chips supported via Rosetta). Check Blizzard's site for Mac requirements. Classic vs. Retail: WoW Classic has lower requirements than Retail (Dragonflight). For the most up-to-date specs, visit the official WoW support page. Would you like recommendations for specific settings (PvP, raids, etc.)?

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The system requirements for World of Warcraft (WoW) vary depending on the expansion and whether you're looking for minim...

Key Features

  • Massive open world with diverse environments
  • Rich storyline spanning multiple expansions
  • Challenging dungeons and raids
  • Player vs Player combat systems
  • Guild system for team play
  • Extensive character customization
  • Regular content updates

Latest Expansion: The War Within

Venture into the depths of Azeroth itself in this groundbreaking expansion. Face new threats emerging from the planet's core, explore mysterious underground realms, and uncover secrets that will reshape your understanding of the Warcraft universe forever.

Game Information

Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher: Activision Blizzard
Release Date: November 23, 2004
Genre: MMORPG
Players: Massively Multiplayer

Subscription Plans

$14.99/month Monthly
$41.97/3 months Quarterly
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Minimum Requirements

OS: Windows 10 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core i5-3450 / AMD FX 8300
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 / AMD Radeon RX 560
DirectX: Version 12
Storage: 70 GB available space

Recommended Requirements

OS: Windows 11 64-bit
Processor: Intel Core i7-6700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
DirectX: Version 12
Storage: 70 GB SSD space

Player Reviews

EpicGamer42
December 15, 2024
5.0

Amazing expansion!

The War Within brings so much fresh content to WoW. The new zones are absolutely stunning and the storyline is engaging. Been playing for 15 years and this expansion reignited my passion for the game.

RaidLeader99
December 12, 2024
4.0

Great raids, some bugs

The new raid content is fantastic with challenging mechanics. However, there are still some bugs that need to be ironed out. Overall a solid expansion that keeps me coming back for more.

Latest News & Updates

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Patch 11.0.5 Now Live

Major balance changes to all classes, new dungeon difficulty, and holiday events are now available. Check out the full patch notes for details.

December 14, 2024 Blizzard Entertainment
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Holiday Event: Winter's Veil

Celebrate the season with special quests, unique rewards, and festive activities throughout Azeroth. Event runs until January 2nd.

December 10, 2024 Community Team