Developer Blizzard gives players a new perspective into the popular massively multiplayer Warcraft series with its new title, World of Warcraft. See the world of Azeroth like never before, exploring expansive 3D environments that range from mountains, to deserts, to forests and more.

Create a custom character from one of the many classes and races in the Warcraft universe such as Humans, Night Elves, Orcs, Tauren, and Dwarves. Online multiplayer capabilities allow for thousands of players to quest together. Ever changing gameplay varies from month to month as new missions and items are constantly updated, adding to the countless hours of adventuring.

World of Warcraft Review - December 10, 2004
Blizzard does it again.

World of Warcraft First Impressions - December 2, 2004
Tell us how you really feel.

Television: South Park: "Make Love, Not Warcraft" Review - October 5, 2006
The world (of Warcraft) is in danger, and it is up to Stan, Kyle, Kenny and Cartman to save it.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Review - January 19, 2005
We help you assess how well Blizzard's release, our 2004 Game of the Year, fits your play style and preferences.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Official Strategy Guide Review - December 13, 2004
As you journey through Blizzard's online game, what kind of help can you expect from BradyGame's publication?

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Impressions - December 1, 2004
We venture forth into Blizzard's virtual domain of Azeroth and return with an account of our initial observations.

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Comics: World of Warcraft Collectibles Preview - September 28, 2007
Orc Shamans, Blood Elf Rogues and more are coming soon from DC Direct.

Comics: Exclusive World of Warcraft Cover Debut - September 14, 2007
Straight from Blizzard and DC Comics!

E3 2007: World of Warcraft's New Dungeon - July 12, 2007
No word yet on a new expansion.

Comics: Exclusive: Warcraft Manga Preview - March 23, 2007
A 15-page preview of Azeroth's ancient dragons, high elves and the magical Sunwell!

World of Warcraft -- World PvP - July 12, 2006
Blizzard unveils the first details of its upcoming player-versus-player enhancements.

New World of Warcraft Mage Talent Trees - May 4, 2006
Take a peek at the upcoming changes.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft: The Gates of Ahn'Qiraj Intelligence Report - November 14, 2005
Compliments of our friends at Blizzard, a look ahead to what we'll find to see and do in the next content patch

World of Warcraft Battlegrounds - January 5, 2005
The future of WoW is unveiled.

World of Warcraft Impressions - November 24, 2004
We finally get a tour of the Real Deal.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Beta Report - October 27, 2004
Amid rumors Blizzard's online endeavor is only weeks from release, a look at the current condition of the closed test

World of Warcraft - October 25, 2004
A look at progress--and open beta nuggets!

World of Warcraft Hunter Update - August 27, 2004
The latest player class revealed.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Hunter Impressions - August 25, 2004
The new class added to Blizzard's title in last week's beta update is a ranged and melee fighter that also uses pets.

World of Warcraft Patch Update - July 8, 2004
We check out the talents system--plus hot nuggets!

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Druid Impressions - June 28, 2004
Blizzard's interpretation of the class blends fighter, caster and healer abilities, and can also become a bear or big cat.

World of Warcraft Beta Uber-Update - June 16, 2004
PvP servers, re-done environments, and more.

E3 2004: World of Warcraft - May 13, 2004
Fresh info on PvP, the new talent system, and more.

World of Warcraft Horde - Born to Run - April 30, 2004
Our adventures with the Tauren...and that's no bull.

World of Warcraft Horde - Born into Dry Heat - April 27, 2004
That wasn't a dingo that ate your baby...

World of Warcraft Horde - Born to Rot - April 26, 2004
We kick off our multi-day coverage of the Horde.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Horde Impressions - April 16, 2004
A first look at the Tauren, Undead, Orc and Troll races that were made available this week in Blizzard's beta test

World of Warcraft Alliance - Born to Die - April 15, 2004
Livin' on the edge as a Human Rogue.

World of Warcraft Alliance - Born to Dance! - April 14, 2004
Shake it, shake it, shake it l'il Gnome!

World of Warcraft Alliance - Born of Stone and Beer - April 13, 2004
Drinking, smashing, adventuring and drinking some more with Ironbutt the Dwarf.

World of Warcraft Alliance - Born into Night - April 12, 2004
FattyMcElf takes his first steps towards cleansing the world for the forest.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Beta Impressions - March 24, 2004
We journey into Blizzard's virtual realm of Azeroth to compile an initial hands-on look at the eagerly awaited title.

World of Warcraft Hands-On - March 19, 2004
Fame, fortune and fandango! Three adventurers set off in search of fun.

E3 2003: World of Warcraft Hands On - May 13, 2003
Blizzard invites us to try the game ourselves.

E3 2002: World of WarCraft - May 22, 2002
We get a nice long look at Blizzard's next big jaunt into the realm WarCraft.

World of Warcraft - August 31, 2001
Blizzard certainly WoWed us all at this year's ECTS.

Comics: Warcraft Interview & Prologue Preview - November 13, 2007
Walt Simonson discusses adding more lore to Blizzard's universe.

Anime: Warcraft Ultimate Edition Preview - October 16, 2007
The Sunwell Trilogy is repackaged with a color prologue and features galore. Full details and a preview!

AU Interview: MMO Fraud - Australia, September 24, 2007
Does MMO actually stand for Massively Manipulative Outlaws?

BlizzCon 2007: Executive Panel Summary - August 4, 2007
Higher-ups from Blizzard discuss WoW, SCII, and their company.

Music: PLAY! A Videogame Concert San Jose Review - May 30, 2007
Traveling symphonic multi-media show proves that gaming music ain't just for kids anymore.

Games: Game Scoop! Podcast, Episode 30 - March 23, 2007
DMC 4 jumps Sony's ship, Xbox 360 goes black and the star of Gears of War drops by for an exclusive chat.

Top 25 PC Games of All Time - March 16, 2007
Dear Lord, what have we gotten ourselves into?

GDC 2007: Why Does Everyone Like World of Warcraft? - March 8, 2007
A Korean professor tackles the burning question.

Comics: From Polygon to Paper: Warcraft - January 29, 2007
We need a little more Leeroy Jenkins in our comics.

World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade Interview - UK, January 16, 2007
Blizzard's Jon LeCraft and Itzik Ben Bassat talk WoW, expansions, console MMORPGs and what's in store next.

PC 2006 Year in Review - December 20, 2006
We take a look back at the year that was and peek hopefully at the year ahead.

Television: Videogames on TV - October 17, 2006
We look at the sudden rise in videogames like World of Warcraft and Call of Duty showing up on the small screen.

Television: IGN Interview: Suzy Nakamura - October 9, 2006
Help Me Help You's Inger talks World of Warcraft & more.

GC 2006: Paul Sams Interview - August 28, 2006
We chat with the COO of Blizzard in Leipzig about Burning Crusade, Hollywood, and Blizzard's plans for the future.

World of Warcraft 1.11 - June 21, 2006
Everybody do the Monster Mash.

World of Warcraft Patch: New Priest Talents - February 23, 2006
Inside: The good doctor's new trees.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Peek #1 - January 18, 2006
Blizzard serves up information plus a gallery of images related to the upcoming in-game Lunar Festival celebration

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Official Strategy Guide Excerpt #7 - December 20, 2005
The gatherer professions of herbalism, mining and skinning plus the secondary cooking, first aid and fishing skills

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Official Strategy Guide Excerpt #6 - December 12, 2005
BradyGames enlightens us as to the various manufacturing professions you can choose if you're inclined to crafting

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Atlas Peek - December 5, 2005
BradyGames shows and tells us what adventurers in Azeroth will find within its tome to aid them in their travels

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Official Strategy Guide Excerpt #5 - November 23, 2005
Life isn't all battles in Blizzard's game; we survey crafting and professions in our latest segment from BradyGames

Insider: Warcraft versus Guild Wars - November 16, 2005
Why should we all get along?

RPG Vault: Laurelleth's Logs: Arduous Tasks, Hefty Rewards - October 27, 2005
We return to the fantasy-themed world of Azeroth to track the latest battles and exploits of a Horde character

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Official Strategy Guide Excerpt #4 - October 26, 2005
This time, our friends at BradyGames educate us as to how death and the related penalties have been implemented

RPG Vault: Nivik's Sacred Writ: Contested Zones - October 25, 2005
Further travels within Blizzard's massively multiplayer hit produce encounters with harpies plus some PvP action

Insider: Halloween 1.8 and Warcraft - October 24, 2005
Tricks, treats and faction.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Official Strategy Guide Excerpt #3 - October 19, 2005
Our latest piece from BradyGames' informative tome offers a look at the basics of grouping in Blizzard's endeavor

Insider: World of Warcraft: Starting Life as a Hunter - October 17, 2005
Say Hello to my Little Friend, and my other Little Friend and...

RPG Vault: Laurelleth's Logs: Alone or with Friends - October 13, 2005
A new journal entry in which our adventurous Undead Warlock friend tackles some quests solo and also in groups

RPG Vault: Nivik's Sacred Writ: Maximum Exposure - October 11, 2005
The ongoing saga of an Alliance Priest sees him venturing in Horde lands and battling an Orc Warrior three times

Insider: World of Warcraft: Communing with Nature, Shaman Style - October 10, 2005
Save a seal, club a Paladin today.

RPG Vault: Laurelleth's Logs: On the Road Again - October 6, 2005
Battles against a giant spider and flocks of harpies precede a trip to Thunder Bluff, the Undercity and Tarren Mill

World of Warcraft RP PvP - October 5, 2005
Checking out the new flavor of roleplaying. Huzzah!

RPG Vault: Nivik's Sacred Writ: Cleaning up the Wetlands - October 4, 2005
Our Dwarven friend continues his exploration of a swampy area and also takes a bit of time to try some fishing

Insider: World of Warcraft: Beating the Basin - October 3, 2005
Blizzard's trilogy celebrating its fascination with geology.

RPG Vault: Laurelleth's Logs: Ready for Action! - September 29, 2005
An Undead Warlock takes quill in hand to chronicle her most recent activities in Blizzard's hit World of Warcraft

RPG Vault: Nivik's Sacred Writ: Weary in the Wetlands - September 27, 2005
We join in on the adventures of a World of Warcraft Alliance character as he undertakes a couple of good deeds

Insider: World of Warcraft: Time Keeps On Patching - September 26, 2005
Patch 1.7 is the new Patch 1.6

Insider: World of Warcraft: A First Taste of Zul'Gurub - September 20, 2005
Time to Get Your Gurub On

Arathi Basin Explored - September 15, 2005
The newest Battleground is open for business.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Official Strategy Guide Excerpt #2 - September 15, 2005
Compliments of BradyGames, an edifying overview of the guild functions and how they work in Blizzard's offering

Insider: World of Warcraft: Roguish Charm - September 13, 2005
Sneak, stab and run.

Insider: World of Warcraft: Where's My Midlevel Crisis? - September 6, 2005
Reaching 30 with hands full of healing and a microwave burrito.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Official Strategy Guide Excerpt #1 - September 1, 2005
We join forces with BradyGames to bring you information on the quest system in Blizzard's hugely successful game

Insider: World of Warcraft: A Priest Looks at 20 (Levels) - August 29, 2005
A Penitent Man Heals

Insider: World of Warcraft: Molten Core - August 22, 2005
Taking your first baby steps into danger.

Insider: World of Warcraft: Safari - August 9, 2005
Gas up the Rover, we're going on a Safari!

Insider: World of Warcraft: The Attunements - July 29, 2005
Fine-tuning your looting capabilities.

Insider: World of Warcraft Battlegrounds - June 30, 2005
Combat evolves, Warcraft style.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #30 - June 27, 2005
What can you expect to find in the Deadmines dungeon, and what kinds of weapons and gear are good for Rogues?

Insider: Building a World of Warcraft Character, Part 2 - June 24, 2005
Cornerstones for creation.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #29 - June 20, 2005
Are you wondering if you can still start playing, and would you like to know what lies within the Wailing Caverns?

Insider: Building a World of Warcraft Character, Part 1 - June 20, 2005
Much more difficult than it sounds.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #28 - June 13, 2005
Comments on whether the Undead race is likely to suit you, plus insights on the Ragefire Chasm instanced dungeon

Insider: World of Warcraft: Life at 60 - June 10, 2005
So you've hit the level cap, now the hell what?

World of Warcraft: Battlegrounds - June 7, 2005
The big update is live--how does it fare?

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #27 - June 6, 2005
Is Blizzard's version of the Dwarf race a good fit for you, and what should you consider when equipping a Hunter?

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #26 - May 30, 2005
Musings on the Orc race in Blizzard's persistent state world plus some thoughts on the Scarlet Monastery dungeon

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #25 - May 23, 2005
We reflect on whether the Night Elf is an option you should consider and on suitable gear for Priest characters.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #24 - May 16, 2005
Is Blizzard's Troll race well suited to your play preferences, and what's the first step to improving your group play?

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #23 - May 9, 2005
The latest segment in our continuing series considers pros and cons of the Gnome race plus equipment for Mages.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #22 - May 2, 2005
We offer some thoughts on the Tauren race plus a few comments about situations where small parties are preferable.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #21 - April 25, 2005
Reflections on playing Blizzard's Human race and on an ability that's particularly important in instanced dungeons

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips #20 - April 18, 2005
What kind of play experience does the Paladin provide, and what should you think about when choosing its gear?

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #19 - April 11, 2005
Considerations with respect to playing a Mage and on the Talent system in Blizzard's hit persistent state offering

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #18 - April 4, 2005
Are you a player who would enjoy Blizzard's Rogue, and what are the benefits and drawbacks related to crafting?

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #17 - March 28, 2005
Is the Warlock class one that fits your play style, and what are the main differences among the three server types?

Comics: Warcraft: The Sunwell Trilogy Vol. 1 - Dragon Hunt - March 28, 2005
Warcraft as manga? We review the failed effort.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #16 - March 21, 2005
We offer help in deciding whether the Warrior class would be fun for you, and look at some weapon considerations.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #15 - March 14, 2005
Is Blizzard's Shaman class one that you're likely to enjoy, and what's the quickest approach to accumulate money?

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #14 - March 7, 2005
A few thoughts on the Hunter class in Blizzard's game plus something to remember when you duel a spellcaster

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #13 - February 28, 2005
Some deliberations on the questions of playing a single character versus multiple, and only one faction or both

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #12 - February 21, 2005
Maybe ranged weapons aren't useless for Warriors after all, and a thought on having more fun in Blizzard's game

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #11 - February 14, 2005
Our latest hints touch on a seemingly under-utilized escape strategy and reasons to include a Mage in your groups.

World of Warcraft Interview - February 8, 2005
Looking into the foggy future of Azeroth.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #10 - February 7, 2005
Ideas to consider on two more aspects of Blizzard's persistent state title, the Talent system and World Dungeons

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Team Q&A; - February 1, 2005
How do the people involved with Blizzard's game every day play it, and what aspects do they find most enjoyable?

WoW Battlegrounds Update - February 1, 2005
We dig into the snowdrift and find hot nuggets!

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #9 - January 31, 2005
A basic piece of advice for newbies plus some thinking on group tactics when you don't have a character to tank

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #8 - January 24, 2005
This time, we offer a thought that can improve your questing experience and one that can make you better in groups.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #7 - January 17, 2005
Deliberations related to purchases of weapon skills and armor for your characters in Blizzard's hit online offering

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #6 - January 10, 2005
Considerations that might be worth keeping in mind when you choose your characters' trade skills and equipment

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #5 - January 3, 2005
Thoughts you may want to consider when buying skills and in anticipation of obtaining mounts for your characters.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #4 - December 27, 2004
Another pair of suggestions that may be of use to both newbies and experienced players in Blizzard's virtual realm

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #3 - December 20, 2004
Is either faction preferable if you're a solo-minded player, and how can you get ahead quicker in Blizzard's world?

Insider: World of Warcraft - December 14, 2004
Our video review of Blizzard's latest epic.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #2 - December 13, 2004
More advice to aid you in your travels within Blizzard's persistent state edition of its best-selling fantasy property

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Tips of the Week #1 - December 6, 2004
Whether you're a newbie or a veteran, some hints that may help you on your adventures in Blizzard's online realm

The Attack of the MMO Collector's Editions - November 22, 2004
EverQuest 2 and World of Warcraft both released collector's editions, we take a look at what's inside.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #43 - November 19, 2004
The Blizzard team has populated the Horde faction with the four races and eight classes we see in today's images.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #42 - November 18, 2004
As the Blizzard team makes ready to launch, examples of the four races and eight classes on the Alliance side

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #41 - November 12, 2004
We journey into a desert area Blizzard calls the Noxious Lair to examine a number of the insects that inhabit it.

Character Creation Guide, Part Two - November 9, 2004
Choosing your class with style.

World of Warcraft Character Guide, Part One - November 8, 2004
How to maximize your funnage.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #40 - November 5, 2004
Blizzard has long been renowned for the quality of its cinematics. The team clearly continues to excel in this area.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #39 - October 29, 2004
A visit to the Wizard's Sanctum in Blizzard's city of Stormwind allows us to see varied magical sights and characters

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #38 - October 22, 2004
Monsters and more from Blizzard's forested Felwood area where difficult tests await even high-level adventurers

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #37 - October 15, 2004
A gallery of enemies and creatures found within the Silverpine Forest, a fairly low-level region in Blizzard's game

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #36 - October 8, 2004
As you'd expect from an area Blizzard named the Swamp of Sorrows, it's gloomy and filled with daunting creatures.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #35 - October 1, 2004
Blizzard recently opened the Western Plaguelands, an area that holds danger for all but the mightiest of adventurers.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #34 - September 24, 2004
Our first look at Azshara, a location in Blizzard's game with many imposing enemies and other high-level content

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #33 - September 17, 2004
Within the rather gloomy southern region of Feralas, Blizzard has placed a Tauren outpost named Camp Mojache.

RPG Vault: Player vs. Player in World of Warcraft - September 16, 2004
Lead Designer Rob Pardo on how it fits within Blizzard's universe plus the implementation, incentives and rewards

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #32 - September 10, 2004
Blizzard's talented team has given the Un'Goro Crater a primordial look in its terrain as well as the native fauna.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #31 - September 3, 2004
A visit to Aldrassil, the forest settlement where new Night Elf characters begin their journeys in Blizzard's game.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #30 - August 27, 2004
The settlement of Gadgetzan is the gateway to Tanaris, a high-level desert region in the southern part of Kalimdor.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #29 - August 20, 2004
Blizzard's newly implemented Hunter class is available if you select the Orc, Tauren, Night Elf or Troll race.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #28 - August 13, 2004
We continue our virtual tour of Blizzard's locales with sights from the entrance to the city of Stormwind and within.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #27 - August 6, 2004
An assortment of sights seen while wandering the Undead community of Tirisfal Glade in Blizzard's online world

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #26 - July 30, 2004
A flight from The Undercity to Hammerfall gives us the chance to experience part of Blizzard's rapid transit system.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #25 - July 23, 2004
We continue meeting the enemies that populate Blizzard's game with a sextet from the Stranglethorn Vale district.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #24 - July 16, 2004
An array of enemies you can find while traversing the Merchant Coast region in Blizzard's fantasy-themed world.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #23 - July 9, 2004
Continuing our exploration of Blizzard's game, we see sights from Desolace, an area as barren as its name suggests.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #22 - July 2, 2004
At the southern tip of Azeroth, we see the port town of Booty Bay and some residents the Blizzard team has created.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #21 - June 25, 2004
An unexpected and rather amusing discovery is the racetrack the Blizzard team has built on the Shimmering Flats.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #20 - June 18, 2004
We journey to the snowy, mountainous region around the mighty Dwarven citadel of Ironforge in Blizzard's game.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #19 - June 11, 2004
Blizzard has made the rustic settlement of Grom'gol in Stranglethorn Vale a place where dangers await right outside.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #18 - June 4, 2004
Adventuring in Blizzard's Windshear Crag area, we see a forested habitat that is being stripped of its resources.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #17 - May 28, 2004
Protected by imposing walls, Blizzard's Orc capital of Orgrimmar occupies a canyon in the harsh land of Durotar.

PC Best of E3 2004 - May 21, 2004
The best in PC gaming direct from the big show.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #16 - May 21, 2004
A variety of non-player characters we met while exploring the Orcish settlement of Razorhill in Blizzard's game

RPG Vault: E3 2004 RPG Round-Up, Part 1 - May 18, 2004
We return from the show's vast concrete caverns to tell you about the CRPGs and persistent state worlds we saw.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #15 - May 14, 2004
We venture into the Stonetalon Mountains and return with examples of the locales, characters and enemies we saw.

Insider: Blizzard: E3 2004 Booth Report - May 13, 2004
It may be part of the VU Games booth, but we think Blizzard deserves its own booth report. Ghosts and Orcs inside.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #14 - May 7, 2004
Scenes from the Undercity, the major Undead community below the ruined capital of Lordaeron in Blizzard's game

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #13 - April 30, 2004
Four views a relatively new Orc or Troll character might see while exploring the Blizzard team's region of Durotar

World of Warcraft Horde - Born of Poseys - April 29, 2004
The troll shaman reveals sensitive side and eats a baby.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #12 - April 23, 2004
Players who create Undead avatars will find distinctively foreboding locales, creatures and more in Blizzard's game.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #11 - April 16, 2004
Scenes from the vicinity of Camp Narache, where characters of the Tauren race start off in Blizzard's online world

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #10 - April 9, 2004
Some of the enemies with which the Blizzard team has populated snowy Dun Morogh, home region of the Dwarves

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #9 - March 31, 2004
If you create a Dwarven character in Blizzard's online endeavor, you can opt for membership in a half-dozen classes.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #8 - March 30, 2004
The hulking Orcs inhabiting Blizzard's massively multiplayer version of Azeroth are able to follow five professions.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #7 - March 29, 2004
Examples of the characters you can create within the Human race and its six classes in Blizzard's persistent state title

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #6 - March 26, 2004
Those who create Trolls in Blizzard's persistent state title can select among a half-dozen available character classes.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #5 - March 25, 2004
We continue our multi-part perusal of the race and class combinations in Blizzard's online project with the Undead.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #4 - March 24, 2004
In this part of our series, we see examples of characters you can create within Blizzard's diminutive Gnome race.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #3 - March 23, 2004
Should you opt for a character of Blizzard's Tauren race, you'll have four professions from which you can choose.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshots #2 - March 22, 2004
We begin a survey of the races and classes in Blizzard's persistent state project by meeting various Night Elves.

World of Warcraft Cinematic Interview - March 5, 2004
One new movie, one new interview.

Most Anticipated PC Games of 2004 - January 23, 2004
You want to know what you want? We got what you want.

MMO 2004 - January 22, 2004
Your complete guide to the world of upcoming MMOs.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Screenshot - September 17, 2003
Thanks to the team at Blizzard, an impressive new image from the upcoming persistent state version of Azeroth

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Interview #2 - August 8, 2003
We quiz Producer Mark Kern to learn the very latest on Blizzard's persistent state title, its biggest project ever.

IGNPC's Best of E3 2003 Awards - May 22, 2003
Find out who won the recent office brawl, and thus what the best games of E3 are.

Insider: Blizzard: E3 2003 Booth Report - May 14, 2003
We go behind the scenes of E3 to put you in the experience. Prepare to be surrounded by Orcs and Ghosts.

Insider: Alternate Reality #2 - October 29, 2002
What the future holds.

IGNPC's Best of E3 2002 Awards - May 29, 2002
The show is over and has taken its toll on us all, but we're the ones with the final word.

Insider: Vivendi: E3 Booth Report - May 24, 2002
Sierra, Vivendi, Universal, Blizzard...more companies than games here!

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Interview - May 22, 2002
We question Blizzard Vice President Bill Roper about one of the titles everyone wants to see at this year's E3.

Blizzard's New MMO Not Related To WoW - December 12, 2007
The newly-merged company still plans to branch out with its next online game.

Games: Activision + Vivendi Games = Activision Blizzard - December 2, 2007
Orcs, soldiers, guitar heroes, and Zerg prepare to merge and create the world's largest videogame company.

Games: Top 100 Games of All Time 2007 90-81 - November 20, 2007
The countdown continues.

Blizzard Patches Up WoW to V2.3 - November 13, 2007
Just when we thought we were out…

Play WoW With an Xbox 360 Controller - October 16, 2007
Blue Orb's SwitchBlade software now available.

Patch 2.3 to Make WoW Leveling Easier - October 10, 2007
Hop on the fast track to level 60.

WoW Gets Integrated Voice Chat - September 25, 2007
Time to find out if Krangzor the Warlock has hit puberty yet.

BlizzCon 2007: World of StarCraft Not in Development - August 4, 2007
Keep dreaming.

BlizzCon 2007: New Details of the Warcraft Movie - August 4, 2007
Blizzard and Legendary Pictures let loose.

BlizzCon 2007: World of Warcraft Heads to Northrend - August 3, 2007
Blizzard officially announces its Wrath of the Lich King expansion pack.

Welcome to BlizzCon 2007 - August 3, 2007
It begins. Live updates all day long.

WoW: Wrath of the Lich King? - UK, August 1, 2007
German ratings board provides hint about next World of Warcraft expansion.

BlizzCon 2007 Begins This Friday - July 30, 2007
Rumors of a second WoW expansion abound.

Blizzard Owner Reaps WoW Riches - July 25, 2007
Vivendi Games sees 69 percent increase in first-half sales.

WoW Besieges Weekly PC Sales Charts - July 25, 2007
World of Warcraft and Burning Crusade expansion nab top two spots.

The Burning Crusade Rages Past Nine Million - July 24, 2007
More and more flood Blizzard's servers.

Mystery Beta Key for BlizzCon Attendees - UK, June 5, 2007
Blizzard teases fans with free key for as yet unspecified game.

World of Warcraft -The Gold Hits the Fan - Australia, June 4, 2007
Blizzard and players file lawsuits against gold farming outfits.

Vivendi Makes Mad Bank - May 16, 2007
And it's all thanks to World of Warcraft.

Blizzard Hiring for Next-Gen MMO - April 27, 2007
The creator of WoW is developing its own competition.

MMOs Set to Grow - March 20, 2007
If you've been avoiding jumping into the MMO pool, you may not be able to for much longer.

NPD: World of Warcraft Still Burning - March 16, 2007
Once again, WoW tops PC sales charts.

World of Warcraft Patch Update - March 6, 2007
Come get your version 2.0.10.

More World of Warcraft Tinkering - February 15, 2007
It's version 2.0.8 already? How time flies.

World of Warcraft Levels Up - February 13, 2007
Patch 2.0.7 released.

Comics: Toy Fair 2007: DC Direct's World of Warcraft Figures - February 12, 2007
MMORPG to be flagship property for new DC Unlimited brand.

Comics: World of Warcraft Action Figures Arrive - February 7, 2007
Blizzard and DC work together.

The Burning Crusade Extends to China - February 1, 2007
The9 to again handle the game's localized operations.

Comics: Warcraft Ready For Sideshow Treatment - January 29, 2007
Collectibles company signs agreement with Blizzard.

Pirates Invade World of Warcraft - UK, January 29, 2007
Monkey Island creator starts own guild.

Blizzard's Next MMO Won't WOW - January 22, 2007
Could StarCraft go massively multiplayer?

WOW Tops Eight Million - January 11, 2007
Those who care, too busy playing Warcraft to read this story.

Napster Founder Ruptures World of Warcraft - December 4, 2006
Site designed to enhance community building in the game.

Best-Selling PC Games: October 2006 - November 14, 2006
The Sims 2 Pets mark their territory at the number one spot.

Burning Crusade AU Release Date Announced - Australia, November 9, 2006
And the WoW masses rejoiced.

South Park Enters World of Warcraft - October 2, 2006
How could they possibly make fun of a fantasy game where five million nerds pretend to be women and go on dragon raids together?

Top of the Monthly Pops - September 12, 2006
Who can defeat World of Warcraft?

GC 2006: WoW Set for Annual Expansion Packs - UK, August 24, 2006
Burning Crusade first in yearly content expansion plans for World of Warcraft.

GC 2006: StarCraft 2 Hints Dropped? - August 24, 2006
Is StarCraft 2 currently in the works? What other titles does Blizzard have stashed away for both PC and console?

GC 2006: Warcraft Movie Update - August 24, 2006
We chat with Blizzard COO about the upcoming big-screen adaptation of their popular gaming franchise.

World of Warcraft Character Transfers - June 23, 2006
Move your dudes for $25.

Blizzard of Banning in Azeroth - June 12, 2006
Thousands of WoW players are finding themselves without a pass to the kingdom today.

Top of the Pops - May 18, 2006
They're the best (selling) around nothin' gonna ever keep them down.

Movies: Warcraft Movie Announced - May 8, 2006
Game getting its due on the silver screen.

Music: 26 Days Til PLAY! - May 2, 2006
World premiere videogame concert in Chicago fastly approaching.

Music: PLAY! A Video Game Symphony Takes Over Chicago - April 17, 2006
World tour launches in the Windy City.

World of Warcraft: Now in Spanish! - March 1, 2006
Plus Blizzard's MMO breaches the six million mark.

WoW Breaks a Million in Europe - January 19, 2006
Zut alors! That stinking Merloc bit me!

Blizzard Adds Six New WoW Realms - November 9, 2005
More players means more places to play.

Music: Play! A Video Game Symphony - November 8, 2005
Concert series hi-liting blockbuster video game music goes on tour in 2006.

WoW Expansion Update Tomorrow - October 27, 2005
An avalanche of sexy info, in less than 24 hours.

WoW Expansion Playable at BlizzCon - October 5, 2005
Lucky attendies will get their hands on where World of Warcraft is going next.

The Offspring Play BlizzCon - September 26, 2005
Don't think geeks don't know punk rock.

World of Warcraft Gets Plagued - September 22, 2005
In-game disease spreads throughout the realm.

World of Warcraft Expansion to Debut at BlizzCon - September 7, 2005
Glimpse the future of WoW.

Blizzard WoWs 1 Million in North America - August 30, 2005
The World of Warcraft horde is four million strong, worldwide.

World of Warcraft: The Card Game - August 19, 2005
Blizzard's popular MMORPG gets all decked out.

World of Warcraft Expansion Confirmed - June 22, 2005
Blizzard isn't saying much, but it is saying.

World of Warcraft Tickles Two Million - June 14, 2005
The biggest MMORPG going is even bigger.

RPG Vault: Within the Vaults - June 7, 2005
World of Warcraft Vault - Battlegrounds Patch

World of Warcraft Battlegrounds Update - June 7, 2005
Get your advanced PvP action on now!

World of Warcraft Launches in China - June 6, 2005
Azeroth's full world domination is nearly complete.

WoW Expansion Rumors - May 31, 2005
Where there's smoke, there's a Burning Crusade.

E3 2005: World of Warcraft E3 Update - May 17, 2005
Just a bit o' news for the foos.

Pre-E3 2005: Vivendi Announces Lineup - May 12, 2005
It's 50 Cent versus the Hulk in the center ring.

Blizzard Reopens Public Test Servers - May 12, 2005
Check out the upcoming Battlegrounds update.

RPG Vault: FilePlanet Highlight - March 22, 2005
World of Warcraft Patch Mirror

Blizzard Cracks Down on "Gold Farming" - March 14, 2005
The publisher closes over a thousand World of Warcraft accounts.

GDC 2005: Half-Life 2 Tops Developer's Choice Awards - March 10, 2005
Halo 2, World of Warcraft, and Katamari are among those honored.

World of Warcraft Updated - March 7, 2005
A new dungeon, raid bosses, and naked ladies. One of these is false.

Blizzard Bans World of Warcraft Casinos - February 18, 2005
Word to the realm: this is Azeroth, not Vegas.

World of Warcraft Takes Over Europe - February 15, 2005
Another wow: Blizzard's behemoth breaks more records.

RPG Vault: News Highlights: IGN & GameSpy - February 9, 2005
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Review, World of Warcraft Interview with Jeffrey Kaplan, Xenosaga Episode II: Jenseits von Gut und Bose Review, Empire Earth II Multiplayer Preview, Restricted Area Mini-Preview

RPG Vault: News Highlights: IGN & GameSpy - February 2, 2005
World of Warcraft Battlegrounds Update, Untold Legends: Brotherhood of the Blade Update, Empire Earth II Preview

World of Warcraft Sells Massively - January 10, 2005
Kids come a-runnin' for the great taste of Azeroth.

RPG Vault: News Highlights: IGN & FilePlanet - January 6, 2005
World of Warcraft Battlegrounds Preview, Virtua Quest Review, Suikoden IV Characters Feature Parts 2 & 3 at IGN; Star Wars Galaxies: Jump to Lightspeed Free Trial Offer at FilePlanet

RPG Vault: IGN & GameSpy Highlights - December 11, 2004
World of Warcraft Review, EverQuest II vs. World of Warcraft Comparison, Dark Age of Camelot: Catacombs Impressions, Jade Empire Visit Report

RPG Vault: IGN, GameSpy & FilePlanet Highlights - December 9, 2004
Dragonshard Previews at IGN PC, GameSpy; World of Warcraft Review, Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords Review at GameSpy; Guild Wars Beta Keys Available for FilePlanet Subscribers

Blizzard Bans Bot Bullies - December 7, 2004
Cheating in World of Warcraft? Stop right there.

RPG Vault: IGN Highlight - December 3, 2004
World of Warcraft Updated Impressions at IGN PC

Blizzard Extends World of Warcraft Trial - December 2, 2004
The dev offers amends for servers clogged in the rush.

RPG Vault: IGN & GameSpy Highlights - December 1, 2004
The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-Earth Gondor Units Feature at IGN PC; Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic: The Sith Lords Characters Feature at IGN Xbox; Game of the Month at IGN Cube; World of Warcraft Tips at GameSpy

World of Warcraft Sells Big - December 1, 2004
Wow: Blizzard's hot MMORPG breaks records left and right.

RPG Vault: GameSpy Highlight - November 27, 2004
How Blizzard Plays, Part 3 - The Undead Mage

RPG Vault: GameSpy Highlights - November 26, 2004
World of Warcraft Race Profiles - Trolls & Orcs, Artistry - Scarlet Monastery & Stranglethorn Vale at GameSpy

RPG Vault: IGN & GameSpy Highlights - November 25, 2004
World of Warcraft First Impressions at IGN PC; World of Warcraft First Impressions, Interview with Shane Dabiri & How Blizzard Plays Part 2, Jade Empire Way of the Open Palm Feature at GameSpy

RPG Vault: IGN & GameSpy Highlights - November 24, 2004
I of the Dragon Mini-Review at IGN PC; World of Warcraft Design Interview with Rob Pardo, World of Warcraft - How Blizzard Plays Part 1, The Artistry of World of Warcraft - Razorfen Downs & Orgrimmar at GameSpy

Opening the Gates of Azeroth - November 23, 2004
World of Warcraft opens its doors at last.

RPG Vault: IGN & GameSpy Highlights - November 23, 2004
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Interview with Todd Vaughn at IGN PC; YS VI - The Ark of Napishtim Demo Impressions at IGN PS2; EverQuest II Review, The Artistry of World of Warcraft - Blackrock Spire, World of Warcraft Dwarf Race Profile at GameSpy

RPG Vault: GameSpy Highlights - November 22, 2004
World of Warcraft Night Elf & Undead Race Profiles, Quests Interview with Jeff Kaplan, Codex Azeroth Part II

RPG Vault: GameSpy & Team Xbox Highlights - November 20, 2004
World of Warcraft Human Race Profile & Azeroth Codex, Growlanser: Generations (PS2) Review at GameSpy; Jade Empire Spirits and Demons Feature Part 1 at Team Xbox

RPG Vault: IGN, GameSpy & Team Xbox Highlights - November 11, 2004
World of Warcraft Character Guide Parts 1and 2, The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth Mordor Armies Feature at IGN PC; EverQuest II Multi-Part Feature, Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords Interview with Feargus Urquhart at GameSpy; Forgotten Realms: Demon Stone Impressions at Team Xbox

World of Warcraft Gets a Date - November 4, 2004
At last, Blizzard tells us when the epic begins.

RPG Vault: FilePlanet Highlight - November 1, 2004
World of Warcraft Final Stress Test Keys for Subscribers

RPG Vault: IGN Highlights - October 26, 2004
World of Warcraft Preview, Auto Assault Preview at IGN PC; The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age Good Units Feature at IGN PS2

World of Warcraft coming in November? - October 2, 2004
An anonymous tip sends us shuffling through earnings reports.

RPG Vault: Within the Vault - September 26, 2004
World of Warcraft Vault - Druid, Shaman Talent Calculator

RPG Vault: IGN & GameSpy Highlights - September 25, 2004
The Lord of the Rings; The Battle for Middle-earth Heroes Q&A; with Mike Verdu at IGN PC; Jade Empire Interview, Part 1 with Kevin Martens, Matt Goldman and Deo Perez at IGN Xbox; World of Warcraft Beta Update Report at GameSpy; Tokyo Game Show Reports

World of Warcraft Collector's Edition - September 17, 2004
Oh my goodness, this is a lot of stuff!

RPG Vault: Official Announcements, Updates, News & Media - September 2, 2004
World of Warcraft, Kohan II: Kings of War, The Elder Scrolls, Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of the Earth, A Tale in the Desert II, Wish, The Witcher, Konung 2

RPG Vault: Official Announcements, Updates, News & Media - August 30, 2004
Ryzom, Asheron's Call, Asheron's Call 2, EVE Online, A Tale in the Desert, EverQuest II, Neverwinter Nights 2, Sigil, World of Warcraft, Chains of Promathia, Star Wolves

RPG Vault: Official Announcements, Updates, News & Media - August 29, 2004
World of Warcraft, Guild Wars, Dungeon Siege II, Freedom Force, Sacred: Underworld, SpellForce, Tabula Rasa, Jump to Lightspeed

RPG Vault: IGN Features - August 28, 2004
The Saga of Ryzom World Art Feature #2, World of Warcraft Hunter Report

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Beta Stress Test Sign-Ups at FilePlanet - August 27, 2004
Applications are open if you'd like to try Blizzard's keenly awaited game during an upcoming week-long load trial.

RPG Vault: Official Announcements, Updates, News & Media - August 25, 2004
City of Heroes, Dark Age of Camelot, Anarchy Online, Project Entropia, Dark and Light, World of Warcraft, Reclamation, EVE Online, Atriarch, Etrom, The Sith Lords, Guild Wars, The Witcher, Star Wolves, Breath of Winter

RPG Vault: IGN & GameSpy Features - August 25, 2004
Kohan II: Kings of War Heroes, Part II at IGN PC; World of Warcraft Updated Preview at GameSpy

World of Warcraft to Run on AT&T; - August 24, 2004
The telecom will provide the all-important server backbone.

RPG Vault: Previews & Review - August 23, 2004
World of Warcraft, Middle-Earth Online, The Saga of Ryzom, Kohan II: Kings of War, Thief: Deadly Shadows

RPG Vault: Official Announcements, Updates, News & Media - August 20, 2004
Imperator, World of Warcraft, Pirates of the Burning Sea, Ryzom, Star Wars Galaxies, EverQuest II, Dragon Empires, Dark Age of Camelot, Horizons, Twilight War, Mourning, The Witcher

RPG Vault: Official Announcements, Updates, News & Visuals - August 18, 2004
World of Warcraft, Knight Online, Dungeon Siege II, Beyond Dome of York, Dark Age of Camelot, Asheron's Call 2, Lineage II, Atriarch, Star Wars Galaxies, Demon Stone, Wish

RPG Vault: Official Announcements, Updates, News & Visuals - August 14, 2004
Star Wars Galaxies: Jump to Lightspeed, World of Warcraft, Warcraft III, Dungeon Lords, Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords

RPG Vault: Official Announcements, Updates, News & Visuals - August 13, 2004
World of Warcraft, Dragon Empires, Asheron's Call, Dark Age of Camelot, Dungeon Siege II, Atriarch, Lineage II, Sacred, Dungeon Lords, Wish

RPG Vault: Official Announcements, Updates, News & Visuals - August 12, 2004
World of Warcraft, Warner Bros. / Monolith, Dark Age of Camelot, Asheron's Call: Throne of Destiny, City of Heroes, Tabula Rasa, Project Entropia, Sacred, Guild Wars, Vanguard

RPG Vault: Preview - August 11, 2004
World of Warcraft

RPG Vault: Official Site Update - August 8, 2004
World of Warcraft

RPG Vault: Interviews & Q&A; - August 6, 2004
World of Warcraft, EverQuest II, Vendetta Online, Reclamation, Dungeon Lords

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates & News - August 3, 2004
World of Warcraft, Reclamation, EverQuest II

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates & News - August 1, 2004
World of Warcraft, Grafan

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates, News & Visuals - July 30, 2004
Dark Age of Camelot, The Saga of Ryzom, Dragon Empires, Getica, World of Warcraft, Star Wolves

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates, News & Visuals - July 28, 2004
Guild Wars, BioWare, World of Warcraft, The Witcher, Atriarch, Ultima Online

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates, News & Visuals - July 27, 2004
Tabula Rasa, World of Warcraft, Dragon Empires, Ryzom, Lineage, Shadowbane: The Lost Kingdom, Reclamation, The Sith Lords, City of Heroes

RPG Vault: Review & Journal - July 27, 2004
Lineage II: The Chaotic Chronicle, World of Warcraft

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates, News & Visuals - July 26, 2004
City of Heroes, World of Warcraft, Lineage II, Lineage, Darkfall, Wish, Ryzom, EverQuest, Goldenland 2

RPG Vault: GameSpy Features - July 25, 2004
World of Warcraft E3 Interview with Rob Pardo, Star Wars Galaxies: An Empire Divided E3 Interview with Raph Koster, Bill Roper (Flagship Studios) E3 Interview

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates & News - July 24, 2004
Dark Age of Camelot, Dragon Empires, World of Warcraft, Iron Lore Entertainment, City of Heroes, Chains of Promathia, Shadowbane, Horizons, Dark & Light, The Roots, Reclamation, Atriarch, SpellForce

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates, News & Visuals - July 17, 2004
World of Warcraft, Jump to Lightspeed, Guild Wars, Dungeon Lords, Dungeon Siege II, Samurai Empire, Dark Age of Camelot, City of Heroes, Lineage II, Final Fantasy XI, Ryzom, Darkfall, Shadowbane, Tabula Rasa, Frozen Throne, Lineage, Sigil, Mourning, Sacred, EverQuest II, The Witcher

Brush Up Your Warcraft - July 16, 2004
Blizzard tells the full Orcs and Humans history.

RPG Vault: Previews - July 12, 2004
World of Warcraft, EverQuest II, Blood Magic

RPG Vault: Preview - July 10, 2004
World of Warcraft

RPG Vault: IGN & GameSpy Features - July 10, 2004
Kohan II: Kings of War Preview at IGN PC, World of Warcraft Patch Report at GameSpy

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates, News & Visuals - July 9, 2004
World of Warcraft, EverQuest, EverQuest II, Wish, Ryzom, Star Wars Galaxies, Asheron's Call, Dark Age of Camelot, Tabula Rasa, Dark and Light, Dragon Empires

RPG Vault: Miscellaneous News, Infobits & Visuals - July 9, 2004
Asheron's Call, World of Warcraft, Horizons: Empire of Istaria, Turbine, Shadowbane, Atriarch, EverQuest II

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Patch Report at IGN PC - July 9, 2004
A preliminary look at a major element implemented by Blizzard on Wednesday, the skill tree-like talent system

RPG Vault: Official Site Updates, News & Visuals - July 6, 2004
Anarchy Online - Alien Invasion, World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy XI, Reclamation, COPS 2170: The Power of Law, The Witcher

World of Warcraft Euro Beta Gets Date - June 28, 2004
European would-be Orcs and Night Elves, get ready.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Mini-Preview at Computer and Video Games - June 28, 2004
The UK site delivers a fairly brief take on Blizzard's impending entry in the massively multiplayer classification.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Interview with Mark Kern at Games Domain - June 26, 2004
A chat with a representative of Blizzard concerning the noted studio's forthcoming persistent world game

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Editorial at GameSpy - June 19, 2004
A piece in which one of the editors talks about how Blizzard's beta is changing his view of persistent state games

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft - Mounts, European Beta News Et Al - June 18, 2004
With Blizzard continuing to update its community site on a regular basis, we learn about a few means of travel.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Beta Update Article at IGN PC - June 17, 2004
A concise summation of Blizzard's latest version, which implements further facets of PvP beyond consensual duels

World of Warcraft Beta Gets PVP - June 15, 2004
It's time for hot tester-vs.-tester action.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at The Entertainment Depot - June 15, 2004
A foretaste with one beta participant's favorable impressions of Blizzard's impending persistent state title

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Article at PC Gameworld - June 14, 2004
The first piece in a series covers installation and first steps in Blizzard's test of its promising online world.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft - Realm Types, Postal System Et Al - June 11, 2004
Blizzard's player versus environment and race war server types plus information on in-game mail and beta news

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at GameOver - June 9, 2004
The site's observations on new content added in an update to the beta of Blizzard's massively multiplayer title.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at WomenGamers - June 8, 2004
Blizzard's persistent state offering accommodates the hardcore and the more casual player, says one advance look.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at PC Gameworld - May 30, 2004
One participant in the beta phase of Blizzard's fantasy online world endeavor proffers an encouraging write-up.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft - Insider #19 - May 20, 2004
This edition contains an interview with Blizzard's Jeff Kaplan, a look at weapons, a Frozen Throne map and more.

RPG Vault: Friday E3 2004 Articles - May 14, 2004
EVE, Witcher, Vanguard, EverQuest II, Catacombs, New Frontiers, Thief, World of Warcraft, Ryzom, Dark and Light, Cthulhu, Dungeon Siege II

RPG Vault: Thursday E3 2004 Articles - May 13, 2004
Camelot, Imperator, Catacombs, Dungeon Lords, Dragon Age, Dungeon Siege II, Battle for Middle-earth and more

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft - Online E3 Press CD, Wallpaper - May 13, 2004
Blizzard provides a web-based version of its online world's press material appearing at this year's event.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft E3 Preview at GameSpy - May 13, 2004
Blizzard's Jeff Kaplan runs through some of the areas, resulting in a recap of various highlights from the title.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft E3 Preview at IGN PC - May 13, 2004
Our associate site conveys a compartmentalized list of some future plans for Blizzard's persistent state game.

RPG Vault: Tuesday Newsbits & Visual - May 11, 2004
World of Warcraft, Pirates of the Burning Sea, Warhammer, Matrix, City of Heroes, Camelot, Asheron's Call 2, Ryzom, Warcraft III

Pre-E3 2004: Vivendi Announces Lineup - May 6, 2004
Half-Life 2, Riddick, Leisure Suit Larry, World of Warcraft, oh my!

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at IGN PC - May 1, 2004
The site continues its series based on the Horde faction with a look at the Blizzard team's bull-like Tauren race.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at IGN PC - April 30, 2004
Extending its series based on races within the Horde faction in Blizzard's game, the site offers a look at the Trolls.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at Warcry - April 28, 2004
Enthusiastic wordage as yet another site offers its preliminary appraisal of Blizzard's persistent state project.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at IGN PC - April 28, 2004
Our associates continue their coverage of the Horde faction in Blizzard's game with a look at the Orc race.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft - Druids, Trade Skills Et Al - April 27, 2004
Blizzard's community site adds some information on the nature-loving and brings various ability sections up to date.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at IGN PC - April 27, 2004
Reportage based on play with a character of the the Undead faction in Blizzard's eye-catching persistent state title

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at GameBanshee - April 26, 2004
Impressions based on experience in the current test of Blizzard's eagerly anticipated fantasy online world project.

RPG Vault: Wednesday Newsbits & Visuals - April 21, 2004
City of Heroes, Lineage II, Beyond Divinity, Shadowbane, EverQuest II, Project Entropia, Ryzom, Guild Wars, World of Warcraft

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Feature at GameSpy - April 21, 2004
Based on the recently implemented beta version, three observations on how it reflects Blizzard's design philosophy

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at Games Domain - April 20, 2004
A foretaste suggesting Blizzard's offering will be among the most accessible games in the online world category.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at Worthplaying - April 19, 2004
Yet another individual ventures into Blizzard's fantasy realm and returns with favorable recollections.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at Loadedinc - April 18, 2004
Another hub weighs in with preliminary thoughts on the beta of Blizzard's online world game.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Mini-Impressions at HomeLan Fed - April 17, 2004
Some brief and admittedly preliminary observations on the beta test of Blizzard's highly anticipated title

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft - Death System - April 16, 2004
Blizzard reveals information pertaining to the proposed fatality penalties and corpse retrieval in its online world.

Shots of the Horde - April 15, 2004
New screens of Orc, Troll, Tauren and Undead areas.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at IGN PC - April 15, 2004
The third in a series of impressions based on diverse avatars played by the site's editors during Blizzard's beta

Horde Push Imminent - April 14, 2004
World of Warcraft will soon see the likes of Orcs, Tauren, Trolls and the Undead.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at IGN PC - April 14, 2004
An article chronicling the adventures of an editor's Dwarf Paladin character in Blizzard's online realm of Azeroth

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at GameSpot - April 11, 2004
Several of the site's writers contribute their thoughts on the beta of Blizzard's online world title.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at The Adrenaline Vault - April 10, 2004
More favorable wordage based on beta experience in Blizzard's keenly anticipated massively multiplayer offering.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at GameGossip - April 9, 2004
Another site's beta test impressions suggest Blizzard's awaited persistent state endeavor is deep and accessible.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at Gamehelper - April 9, 2004
A preliminary assessment based on beta testing experience in Blizzard's anticipated massively multiplayer title.

World of Warcraft Screens - April 9, 2004
New shots of the Night Elf island of happy joy and giant trees.

World of Warcraft Shots - April 8, 2004
Join us on a Gryphon ride.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Mini-Preview at GameGossip - April 7, 2004
Complimentary prose on the beta of Blizzard's impending entry to the massively multiplayer classification.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at GameRifts.com - April 5, 2004
The first half of a two-part feature focuses on technical aspects of Blizzard's keenly anticipated persistent state title.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at GameZone - April 3, 2004
Blizzard's massively multiplayer addition to the franchise is already eminently playable, says one beta participant.

RPG Vault: Friday Newsbits & Visuals - April 2, 2004
Horizons, Shadowbane, World of Warcraft, Dragon Empires, The Saga of Ryzom, Dark Age of Camelot

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Impressions at GameSpy - April 2, 2004
Several of the site's editors contribute their thoughts on the beta version of Blizzard's persistent world game.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at FiringSquad - April 1, 2004
An initial observation of Blizzard's online world suggests it keeps to conventions yet is appropriately refined.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at GameSpy - March 30, 2004
The site's look at the beta version of Blizzard's hotly anticipated entry in the massively multiplayer category

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Beta Article #2 at MMORPGDot - March 25, 2004
The second in a series accounts a diversity of environs in Blizzard's anticipated massively multiplayer endeavor.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at ActionTrip - March 23, 2004
Some assorted thoughts on Blizzard's upcoming persistent world title based on a few days spent in the beta

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Beta Article at MMORPGDot - March 22, 2004
The first in a planned series describes one individual's testing experiences in Blizzard's persistent fantasy world.

RPG Vault: Monday Newsbits & Visuals - March 22, 2004
City of Heroes, Pirates of the Burning Sea, DarkSpace, Electronic Arts, World of Warcraft, The Saga of Ryzom, Wish

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Impressions at WorldofWar.net - March 21, 2004
One tester's account of various facets of Blizzard's massively multiplayer offering

New World of Warcraft Shots - March 18, 2004
Dozens of new grabs directly from the beta.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at AllRPG - March 15, 2004
A summary of known facts on Blizzard's greatly anticipated entry to the massively multiplayer classification.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Infobits at WorldofWar - March 12, 2004
A compilation of all fact-divulging posts made by Blizzard employees on the Battle.Net forums

World of Warcraft Screens - March 5, 2004
Still more screens, still looking great.

RPG Vault: IGN/GameSpy Merger Completed - March 4, 2004
The legalities are concluded, creating a combined corporate entity with some truly impressive readership numbers.

World of Warcraft Movie - March 3, 2004
Gorgeous in-flight footage.

World of Warcraft Screen - March 1, 2004
One new shot, but it's a banking shot. Oh yes.

World of Warcraft Screens - February 24, 2004
They just keep coming. And they keep looking great.

World of Warcraft Screens - February 23, 2004
New screens of the colorful massively multiplayer jaunt into Azeroth and beyond.

More World of Warcraft Screens - February 19, 2004
Check out groups of creatures in action.

World of Warcraft Screens - February 12, 2004
Five new shots from the upcoming MMO.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Interview with Shane Dabiri at HomeLan Fed - February 12, 2004
The site quizzes the Blizzard Producer on the impending beta test of the persistent world project.

World of Warcraft Screens - January 27, 2004
Six new screens from the world where everyone knows how to fight.

World of Warcraft Beta Signups - January 26, 2004
Get your slot tonight!

World of Warcraft Screens - January 21, 2004
Three more screens and a bottle of rum. Well, the screens at least.

World of Warcraft Screens - January 7, 2004
A pair of screens to keep you tickled.

World of Warcraft Beta Sign-Ups Commence Shortly - January 7, 2004
Leaked Alpha version also mentioned.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Micro-Preview at All Game Guide - December 27, 2003
A short synopsis of Blizzard's greatly anticipated massively multiplayer take on the fantasy property.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at GameSpy - December 17, 2003
The site's thoughts on a showing of Blizzard's massively multiplayer project at GenCon

World of Warcraft Screens - December 10, 2003
A world of brand-new visuals.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Site - Dungeons - December 9, 2003
The latest addition to Blizzard's home for its online world includes information plus a total of nine new screenshots.

World of Warcraft Shots - December 3, 2003
11 new pics of Blizzard's upcoming MMORPG.

RPG Vault: Tuesday Newsbits & Visuals - December 2, 2003
Ryzom, Final Fantasy XI, Sigil, Asheron's Call 2, Face of Mankind, Neocron, World of Warcraft

World of Warcraft Images - November 3, 2003
Colorful new screens.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Mini-Preview at GamePlasma - November 3, 2003
A short hands-off overview of a few components of Blizzard's upcoming online realm.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at EGCore - November 2, 2003
A preliminary look at Blizzard Entertainment's forthcoming fantastical persistent world title

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Site - Cities - September 19, 2003
Blizzard's perpetual state game opens a web section devoted to the six major cities while serving up visuals.

World of Warcraft City Info Revealed - September 18, 2003
Six major hubs like special, unique snowflakes

RPG Vault: Tuesday Newsbits & Visuals - September 16, 2003
Lineage II, Asheron's Call 2, Camelot, World of Warcraft, EverQuest, Dungeons & Dragons Online, Greyhawk, Riftrunner

Official World of Warcraft FAQ gets facelift - September 16, 2003
A world of answers to your burning questions

RPG Vault: Friday Newsbits & Visuals - September 12, 2003
SpellForce, Anarchy, Galaxies, Trials of Atlantis, World of Warcraft, Neocron, Realms of Torment, Norrath, Greyhawk

RPG Vault: Tuesday Newsbits & Visuals - September 9, 2003
World of Warcraft, Bloody Magic, Lineage II, Camelot, Final Fantasy XI, Sigil, Warcraft III, Caeron, Rekonstruction

RPG Vault: Friday Newsbits & Visuals - September 5, 2003
Ryzom, Galaxies, Shadowbane, Asheron's Call 1 & 2, World of Warcraft, Camelot, Neocron, Ragnarok, Warhammer, Shadowlands

World of Warcraft Screens - September 5, 2003
Another storm of Blizzardy goodness.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Impressions at WorldofWar - September 5, 2003
One individual divulges his observations on Blizzard's game, based on a two-day play test.

RPG Vault: Wednesday Newsbits & Visuals - September 3, 2003
World of Warcraft, SpellForce, Guild Wars, Rekonstruction, Dark Age of Camelot, Shadowbane, Ultima Online

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Preview at Gamers.com - September 1, 2003
The online fantasy world given a fair look, apparently based on updated information provided by Blizzard

RPG Vault: Thursday Newsbits & Visuals - August 28, 2003
Hordes of the Underdark, Lords of EverQuest, World of Warcraft, Asheron's Call 2, Dragon Empires, Atriarch, Camelot

World of Warcraft Site Updated - August 28, 2003
Those anticipating the game can check out some new Tauren info online.

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Site - Races & Classes - August 25, 2003
Undead, Trolls and Gnomes revealed alongside the Priest, Rogue and Paladin for Blizzard's persistent world title

RPG Vault: World of Warcraft Mini-Preview at GamerDad - August 22, 2003
A hands-off look at Blizzard's upcoming persistent world interpretation of its highly regarded property.

RPG Vault: Friday Newsbits & Visuals - August 15, 2003
World of Warcraft, Lineage II, SpellForce, Neocron, Earth & Beyond, Camelot, Shadowbane and more

World of Warcraft Shots - August 8, 2003
Four new screens of Blizzard's upcoming MMO.

World of Warcraft Bestiary - July 30, 2003
Two new nasties are added to the game's roster of enemies.

World of Warcraft Screens - July 25, 2003
More images of Blizzard's first foray into the massively multiplayer genre have been posted online...and here at IGN.

WoW, a Night Elf - July 22, 2003
Adorn your desktop with new artwork from World of Warcraft, specifically a pretty painting of Night Elves.

World of Warcraft Shots - May 30, 2003
New images from the MMO with a famous name are online; some showoff a partially naked chick with a tail.

E3 2003: World of Warcraft Shots - May 15, 2003
Pics from Blizzard's upcoming MMORPG.

E3 2003: World of Warcraft Movie - May 14, 2003
Watch the complete direct feed trailer!

Night Elves In - April 30, 2003
World of Warcraft features the dark-skinned folk as a playable race.

A Little World of WarCraft - April 29, 2003
Want to know what types of classes you can play as? Der ain't no Pirate Captain, but ye do have plenty of other weirdoes, matey.

World of Warcraft Still Neat - April 15, 2003
Update! This game is still pretty and promising. The screens look great, here's hoping the combat is engaging.

More World of Warcraft - March 31, 2003
I like beasts and I cannot lie. You other brothers can't deny, when an orc walks in with a big fat axe you get sprung.

World of Warcraft Shots - February 6, 2003
Two new pics from the upcoming Blizzard-powered MMO.

World of Warcraft Images - February 5, 2003
Another MMO, but this time with a Warcraft slant. Will the combat be more involved than repeatedly tapping "A?" Check the screens to not find out.

World of Warcraft Update - February 4, 2003
Blizzard reveals information on a new town along with some concept art and screenshots.

World of Warcraft Update - January 16, 2003
Blizzard has posted a world map and starting locations on the official site for their upcoming persistent state world.

New World of Warcraft Site - November 5, 2002
Well not new, so much as updated. Whatever.... Go check it out.

World of Warcraft in 2004? - July 17, 2002
Damn that CNN, scooping us at our own game...

E3 2002: World of Warcraft Movies - May 22, 2002
Who wants to see orcs and stuff?

World of Warcraft Stuff - March 29, 2002
Brann updates his journal. The happy dwarf is now all the way at Stranglethorn, apparently not a very chipper place. More WoW fiction and screens inside.

TGS 2001: A Closer Look at World of Warcraft - October 12, 2001
It's the same demo from ECTS, but new features have been revealed.

World of Warcraft Screens - October 5, 2001
A whole bunch of new World of WarCraft.

And the Winners Are... - September 4, 2001
We sifted through the chumps and are left with only the champs from the "Blizzard's Baby" contest.

Games: Console Experience Available for WoW - October 16, 2007
Play World of Warcraft with your Xbox 360 controller.

Games: Red 5 Studios Grows - December 12, 2006
Red 5 Studios has raised additional capital to further its growth toward becoming the leading studio for MMO games.

Games: Xfire Unveils WoW Contest Finalists - October 9, 2006
Gamers are invited to cast their votes for their favorite machinima movie finalists. $23,000 in prizes will be awarded to the winners.

Games: Bigfoot Networks Lays Down Real Gold Coins for Blizzard's World of Warcraft Contests - October 3, 2006
Bigfoot to Provide Real Gold, Silver and Bronze Coins and Killer Network Interface Cards to Winners of World of Warcraft Fans Contests

Games: J!NX Unveils Initial Lineup of Official World of Warcraft Apparel and Gear - September 13, 2006
Thirty-Seven Products Available for Pre-Order; Fans Can Now Wear "Epic Gear" In and Out of the Game

Games: Six New World of Warcraft Realms - November 9, 2005
The popular MMORPG continues to grow.

Games: The Offspring to Play at BlizzCon - September 26, 2005
Blizzard Entertainment's upcoming game festival will feature world-famous punk rock band in concert.

Games: WoW Surpasses 1 Million in North America - August 29, 2005
The popular MMORPG continues to grow.

Games: World of Warcraft Sells In China - July 20, 2005
1.5 Million Chinese and counting now playing.

Games: World of Warcraft at 2 Million - June 14, 2005
Two million addicts now playing around the world.

Games: Battlegrounds for World of Warcraft Launches - June 7, 2005
A new era of player-vs.-player warfare has arrived.

Games: World of Warcraft Launches in China - June 7, 2005
Popular MMORPG continues to grow.

Games: World of Warcraft Sets New Milestone - March 17, 2005
Now with 1.5 million addicting worldwide.

Games: World of Warcraft Breaks Records in Europe - February 15, 2005
280 000 copies sold on first day at retail.

Games: World of Warcraft Destroys MMOG Sales Records - January 10, 2005
Over 600 000 units sold.

Games: World of Warcraft Gets a Date - November 4, 2004
Hitting the streets in American on November 23, 2004.

Games: AT&T; to Host World of Warcraft - August 24, 2004
Hosting solution helps prepare for massively multiplayer online game launch.

Games: World of Warcraft European Beta - June 28, 2004
European beta sign-ups to start on July 5, 2004.

Games: Blizzard Showcases World of Warcraft at E3 - May 12, 2004
Get more details of this anticipated MMORPG.