World of Warcraft: Forever players are reliving 2004 with hour-long queue times to get into the highly-anticipated beta
Blizzard’s *World of Warcraft: Forever* beta opened with severe queue delays, disconnects, and server issues, frustrating players despite its modernized Classic twist.
Blizzard launched the *World of Warcraft: Forever* beta today, offering a modernized take on *WoW Classic*, but most players faced immediate hurdles. Initial queue times started at around nine minutes, though many users reported being disconnected and forced to restart the process. Players and streamers shared similar frustrations online, with some managing to enter while others remained stuck. Blizzard responded on X, acknowledging technical issues and promising improved access soon.
The beta’s server structure differs from traditional *WoW* realms, grouping players under shared rulesets like PvP or Roleplay instead. This design aims to preserve the social dynamics of the original MMO but may contribute to the unusually long queues. Dataminers have already uncovered new class talent trees and armor designs, offering early insights for curious players.
Queue times showed no signs of easing, with players forced to endure lengthy waits just to reach the login screen. Disconnections and repeated queues became common, dampening the beta’s initial excitement. Blizzard has not provided specific fixes but urged patience as they work through final issues before the beta’s scheduled end on October 21.
The beta will remain open until October 21 before transitioning to the full launch on November 4. Blizzard emphasized that the extended beta period allows ample time for adjustments, though current server strain may worsen as more players attempt to access it.