World of Warcraft

In short: World of Warcraft is an RPG game released in 2004 by Blizzard Entertainment, available on PC. Our score: 8.5/10 (highly recommended).

The MMORPG that changed gaming forever.

World of Warcraft is the most successful MMORPG ever, with over 100 million accounts created. Explore Azeroth, raid dungeons, join guilds, and experience 20 years of content.

Game details

• Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
• Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
• Release year: 2004
• Platforms: PC
• Category: RPG

Our review

The MMORPG that defined a genre and continues to evolve. Two decades of content with a recent return to form in The War Within expansion.

Pros

• Massive world to explore
• Decades of content
• Strong raid design
• Active community

Cons

• Monthly subscription required
• Time-consuming
• Intimidating for newcomers

FAQ

Is WoW still worth playing?

Yes, with regular expansions. The War Within is the latest.

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Last updated: 05/10/2026