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World of Warcraft: Midnight Sets March 2, 2026 Launch as Player Housing Opens Dec. 2

Blizzard is linking the new housing feature to cross-game cosmetics unlocked by a Welcome Home achievement.

Overview

  • The eleventh expansion and second chapter of the Worldsoul Saga focuses on a Void assault led by Xal'atath targeting Quel'Thalas and the Sunwell.
  • Earning Welcome Home by moving into a WoW home grants an Overwatch 2 Xal’atath Symmetra Legendary skin plus Hearthstone and StarCraft II rewards.
  • Blizzard is testing stricter limits on gameplay-affecting addons and simplifying classes during beta in response to community feedback.
  • Housing decor can be earned through challenges, professions and achievements or purchased via a premium currency, with neighborhood-style layouts.
  • Key additions include the Haranir allied race, a revamped Silvermoon City, Delves and new dungeons, the Prey bounty system, and preorder bundles with boosts, mounts, cosmetics, beta access and limited early play.