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World of Warcraft
The MMORPG that defined the genre.
What it is
World of Warcraft is Blizzard's landmark MMORPG. It offers an enormous world, a mature endgame of dungeons and raids, and a level of polish few MMOs match. It runs exclusively through the Battle.net launcher and uses a subscription model, so it never appears on a Steam price feed.
Why play it
- The most refined dungeon and raid endgame in the genre.
- Decades of world-building, expansions and systems.
- Reliable, well-supported servers and a huge community.
Worth knowing
It uses a monthly subscription on top of any expansion purchase — check the current pricing before you commit.
How to get started
World of Warcraft is subscription and installs through the Battle.net — not Steam. Download the official client from the Blizzard Entertainment site, create or sign in to your account, and you are ready to play. Its pricing and availability are always managed by Blizzard Entertainment on the official channels.
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FAQ
World of Warcraft — common questions
Is World of Warcraft free to play?
World of Warcraft uses a subscription model. You may be able to start for free, but ongoing access needs an active subscription, which you manage through Blizzard Entertainment.
Is World of Warcraft on Steam?
No. World of Warcraft is not listed on Steam. It is currently distributed through the Battle.net, so it is not included in this site's Steam price feed or comparisons.
What do I need to play World of Warcraft on PC?
You need the Battle.net and a Blizzard Entertainment account. Download the official client from the Blizzard Entertainment website, sign in or create an account, then install and launch the game.
What kind of game is World of Warcraft?
World of Warcraft is a mmorpg game by Blizzard Entertainment. The genre-defining MMORPG with decades of content, deep raiding and dungeons — played through Battle.net.
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