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WoW Forever questions

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These are the short questions that did not earn a full page. Each answer points at the page that has the longer version when one exists. Private servers are mentioned only to say this site does not link to them and does not host a client.

Official key art from the Forever Now Live article: adventurers around a campfire under a world tree. Blizzard Entertainment.
Official key art from the Forever Now Live article: adventurers around a campfire under a world tree. Blizzard Entertainment.
Official Skyborne article image: a misty floating village and a tall tower. Blizzard Entertainment.
Official Skyborne article image: a misty floating village and a tall tower. Blizzard Entertainment.

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Questions

How did name claims work?

From 27 Oct through 3 Nov 2026 you could reserve up to three names. The window is closed. Details are on the release page.

Can I change ruleset?

Not on that character. Roll another. See rulesets.

How do I change layer?

One fan guide says: group up and use Refresh Now. There is no layer menu. That is a single source.

When does Hardcore open?

After launch. It was not one of the four rulesets on 4 Nov 2026.

Do I buy the base game?

No. An active subscription includes Forever. Skyborne needs the Heroic pack. See is it free.

Is there a console version?

Not announced. See platforms.

Is Forever a private server?

No. It is a Blizzard game on Battle.net. This site does not link to private servers and does not offer their files.

Is Midnight part of Forever?

No. Midnight is a Retail expansion. See Forever vs Classic.

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