Roadmap

WarCrown 2026 Roadmap

Our development plan for the year ahead.

Currently happening

IN PROGRESS

Phase 1 · LAUNCH

Server Launch

The official launch of the realm. The game world opens for all players on May 17, featuring the Wrath of the Lich King 3.4.4 client. We are currently finalizing the infrastructure to ensure a stable and smooth launch. Please stay tuned for an official announcement when the world goes live.

The Journey

Coming up

IN PROGRESS

Phase 2 · TIER 7

Raids

Full opening and launch of Naxxramas, Obsidian Sanctum, Eye of Eternity, and Vault of Archavon raid dungeons (10/25 player modes). All bosses and encounter mechanics are fully implemented, scripted, and tested.
Dungeons

All 12 original Northrend Heroic 5-man dungeons are fully available. Loot tables, monster spawns, and boss scripts are entirely realized.
PvP Content

Official launch of Arena Season 5, enabling queues for all Battlegrounds, and activating regular, large-scale Wintergrasp battles driven by the in-game timer.
Gear & Progression

Implementation of core reward currencies — Emblems of Heroism (from dungeons) and Emblems of Valor (from raids). All starting questlines for core continent reputations are fully unlocked.

PLANNED

Phase 3 · SECRETS OF ULDUAR

Raids

Full implementation and opening of the great Ulduar raid (10/25 player modes). All classic Hard Modes are fully operational, including the secret boss Algalon the Observer and the "0 Keepers" mode on Yogg-Saron. A new boss, Emalon the Stone Watcher, is added and spawned inside the Vault of Archavon.
Dungeons

Activation of the Titan Rune Dungeons system (Alpha and Beta modes) — dynamically tuning up 5-man heroic monsters and adding upgraded raid loot (iLvl 200–225) directly to boss loot tables.
PvP Content

Conclusion of the previous season and the official launch of Arena Season 6, introducing updated PvP gear to vendors.
Gear & Progression

Introduction of Tier 8 Armor Sets (Valorous). Unlocking the first phase of the Argent Tournament along with its initial daily quest hubs.

PLANNED

Phase 4 · CALL OF THE CRUSADE

Raids

Opening of the Argent Pavilion Colosseum — Trial of the Crusader and Trial of the Grand Crusader raids (10/25 players), featuring all 5 bosses across all difficulty modes. Implementation of the updated Onyxia's Lair scaled for level 80. A new boss, Koralon the Flame Watcher, is added to the Vault of Archavon.
Dungeons

Unlocking the new narrative-driven 5-man dungeon, Trial of the Champion. Upgrading the Titan Rune system to Beta and Gamma modes, adding TotC-level gear to the drop tables.
PvP Content

Launch of Arena Season 7 and deployment of the massive new battleground, Isle of Conquest, complete with fully functional combat vehicles.
Gear & Progression

Addition of Tier 9 Armor Sets (Triumphant). Full expansion of the Argent Tournament: introducing mounted combat (jousting), unlocking the Silver Covenant and Sunreavers quartermasters, and releasing unique mounts and pets.

PLANNED

Phase 5 · FALL OF THE LICH KING

Raids

Official opening of Icecrown Citadel (10/25 players) — the expansion's crown jewel raid — available across all four configurations (Normal/Heroic). All wings and mechanics for the ultimate encounter with the Lich King are completely implemented. The fourth boss, Toravon the Ice Watcher, is added to the Vault of Archavon.
Dungeons

Unlocking the three new story-focused "Frozen Halls" dungeons (Forge of Souls, Pit of Saron, Halls of Reflection), fully scripted with narrative event scenes and questlines.
PvP Content

Launch of the iconic Arena Season 8 — the final and most balanced competitive season of the expansion.
Gear & Progression

Introduction of Tier 10 Armor Sets (Sanctified). Access to earning reputation with the Ashen Verdict for legendary rings, alongside the release of the final quest chains across Icecrown.

PLANNED

Phase 6 · THE TWILIGHT ASSAULT & FULL ENDGAME

Raids

Implementation and launch of the Ruby Sanctum raid (10/25 players) — the final PvE encounter of the expansion against Halion the Twilight Destroyer. Unrestricted access to all raid instances from previous tiers is fully open.
Gear & Progression

Access to maximum item-level equipment (Tier 10.5), rare endgame titles, achievements, and epic mounts. Activation of a fully realized catch-up progression mechanic for new players via emblem conversion (Heroism → Valor → Conquest → Triumph → Frost).
World Content

Global seasonal world events and holiday festivals go live, alongside the gradual release of all final high-tier crafting recipes for professions.

Roadmap is subject to change based on player feedback.