Phase 3 for WoW Forever beta is the end-game content update. This guide covers predictions, new dungeons, raids, and more.
For broader content, see our Phase 2 Prep, Endgame Tier List, and Best Addons articles.
Quick summary: Phase 3 likely: raid tier 0 + level 40 cap + new BGs. Launch: November 2026 (predicted).
Phase 3 predicted timeline
When does Phase 3 launch?
| Phase |
Date |
Content |
| Phase 1 |
Sep 17, 2026 |
Beta Day 1 (DONE) |
| Phase 2 |
Oct 1, 2026 |
Level 20-30 (DONE) |
| Phase 3 |
Nov 2026 (predicted) |
Level 30-40, raids |
| Phase 4 |
Dec 2026 (predicted) |
Level 40-50 |
| Launch |
Q1 2027 (predicted) |
Level 60 cap |
Phase 3 predicted content
New dungeons (predicted)
| Dungeon |
Level |
Difficulty |
| Plaguewood Tower |
30-35 |
Hard |
| Sunken Temple |
32-38 |
Hard |
| Blackrock Depths |
35-40 |
Heroic |
| Blackwing Lair |
38-40 |
Raid |
Existing dungeons (predicted)
| Dungeon |
Level |
Notes |
| Excavation Site |
24-29 |
Available |
| Stockades |
15-20 |
Available |
| Ragefire Chasm |
15-20 |
Available |
Phase 3 predicted raids
Tier 0 set (raid)
| Boss |
Loot |
| Lord Victor Nefarius |
Tier 0 token |
| Lord Magmathar |
Tier 0 token |
| General Drakkisath |
Tier 0 token |
Tier 0 set bonuses
| Slot |
Item |
Tier |
| Head |
Tier 0 Head |
0 |
| Shoulders |
Tier 0 Shoulders |
0 |
| Chest |
Tier 0 Chest |
0 |
Phase 3 class changes
Predicted buffs/nerfs
| Class |
Predicted change |
Why |
| Mage |
Strong |
Phase 2 meta |
| Priest |
Buffed |
PvP weak |
| Warrior |
Stable |
Tank strong |
| Rogue |
Nerfed |
PvP too strong |
| Druid |
Stable |
Hybrid |
Phase 3 features
New content
| Feature |
Description |
| Level cap 40 |
New abilities |
| Tier 0 raid |
10-20 man |
| PvP titles |
Rank 14 reward |
| New BGs |
Alterac Valley |
| Cross-realm BGs |
Mixed servers |
Improvements
| Feature |
Description |
| LFG tool |
Auto group |
| Achievements |
UI improvement |
| Voice chat |
Built-in |
| Connected realms |
Multi-server |
Phase 3 race changes
Predicted additions
| Race |
Predicted |
Note |
| Skyborne |
Already added |
Confirmed |
| New race |
Maybe Q4 2026 |
Unconfirmed |
Phase 3 profession changes
New recipes (predicted)
| Profession |
Recipe |
Level |
| Blacksmithing |
Planar Edge |
300 |
| Tailoring |
Spellweave set |
300 |
| Leatherworking |
Dreamweave set |
300 |
| Jewelcrafting |
Rare gems |
300 |
Phase 3 gear
Tier 0 set (predicted)
| Slot |
Item |
Tier |
| Head |
Tier 0 Head |
0 |
| Shoulders |
Tier 0 Shoulders |
0 |
| Chest |
Tier 0 Chest |
0 |
| Legs |
Tier 0 Legs |
0 |
| Boots |
Tier 0 Boots |
0 |
| Gloves |
Tier 0 Gloves |
0 |
| Belt |
Tier 0 Belt |
0 |
| Bracers |
Tier 0 Bracers |
0 |
Tier 0 set bonuses
| Tier |
Set bonus |
| 2-piece |
+10% damage |
| 4-piece |
+20% damage |
| 6-piece |
+30% damage |
| 8-piece |
Special ability |
Phase 3 PvP changes
Honor rank 14
| Rank |
Reward |
| 14 |
High Warlord / Grand Marshal |
| 13 |
Warlord Commander |
| 12 |
Marshal / Knight-Lieutenant |
| 11 |
Knight-Captain |
| 10 |
Knight |
AV (Alterac Valley) BG
| BG |
Players |
Time |
| AV |
40v40 |
30-60 min |
Phase 3 rep changes
New factions
| Faction |
Reward |
| Cenarion Expedition |
Recipes |
| The Sha’tar |
Mounts |
| Honor Hold / Thrallmar |
Tabards |
Phase 3 mounts
New mounts (predicted)
| Mount |
Source |
Cost |
| Nether Drake |
Quest |
Free |
| Raven Lord |
Rare drop |
Expensive |
| Black War Bear |
Raid |
Expensive |
Phase 3 class balance
Predicted changes
| Class |
Buff |
Nerf |
Net |
| Mage |
– |
– |
Stable |
| Priest |
+ |
– |
Buff |
| Warrior |
– |
– |
Stable |
| Rogue |
– |
+ |
Nerf |
| Druid |
– |
– |
Stable |
Phase 3 timeline (predicted)
| Month |
Content |
| Nov 2026 |
Phase 3 launch |
| Nov 2026 |
Tier 0 raid |
| Dec 2026 |
Tier 0 set |
| Q1 2027 |
Launch |
FAQ
When is Phase 3?
November 2026 (predicted).
What’s new in Phase 3?
Level 40 cap + Tier 0 raid + new BGs.
Best class for Phase 3?
Skyborne Fire Mage (predicted meta).
Final verdict
Phase 3: Level 40 + Tier 0 raid + new BGs. Launch: November 2026.
Whatever you choose, plan ahead for Phase 3.
For more content, see our Phase 2 Prep, Endgame Tier List, Best Addons, and BiS Gear articles.