World of Warcraft: Forever survey pitches new classes to players, including Bard, Witch, and more

Blizzard has begun surveying players about potential new classes for World of Warcraft: Forever, a spinoff MMO. The survey, which appeared on the Battle.net launcher, included proposed classes such as Monk, Demon Hunter, Tinker, Illusionist, and Witch. Each class outline described roles, gear, and example abilities, offering a glimpse into Blizzard’s potential additions. The survey instructed participants not to share details publicly, though the full list was later leaked online by an anonymous source.

Among the proposed classes, the Witch is described as a ranged damage-dealer and support wearing cloth armor, with abilities like a cauldron buff and a life-draining Voidbolt attack. The Bard class would use songs to heal and buff allies, while the Tinker would pilot a mech suit in combat. Returning classes like Demon Hunter and Monk were also included, with adjustments such as Demon Hunters starting at level one instead of level eight.

The survey’s detailed outlines suggest Blizzard is seriously considering these classes, possibly for inclusion near the game’s launch on November 4. Players have expressed concerns that additional classes might be overpowered, potentially disrupting the retro experience of WoW: Forever. The full release is expected to clarify how closely the spinoff will hew to the original World of Warcraft.

Blizzard’s survey also hinted at the possibility of selling classes separately, though free unlocks via gameplay remain uncertain. The company’s recent monetization strategies have raised skepticism among players about what content might be gated behind purchases. The November release will provide the first concrete look at how these new classes, if included, will shape the game’s future.