✦ Beta Updates
Beta to live transition in WoW Forever will be a major change. This guide covers what to expect, gold carryover, and live launch prep.
For broader content, see our Phase 3 Predictions, Phase 2 Launch, and Final Beta Phase articles.
Quick summary: Beta end: December 2026 (predicted). Live launch: Q1 2027. Gold carryover: TBD. Time: 2-3 weeks gap.
Beta end timeline
Expected schedule
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Dec 2026 | Beta final phase |
| Dec 2026 | Beta end + character archive |
| Q1 2027 | Live launch |
Beta to live migration
What carries over
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Character level | Yes (reset to 1?) |
| Professions | Yes (need re-level?) |
| Gold | TBD |
| Achievements | Yes |
| Mounts | Yes |
What doesn’t carry over
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Beta items | No |
| Beta gold | No |
| Beta progress | Some |
| Beta guild | No |
Live launch prep
Things to do before launch
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Screenshot achievements |
| 2 | Note favorite builds |
| 3 | Plan race-class for live |
| 4 | Add real-life friends |
| 5 | Pre-register (if required) |
Things to do at launch
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Be online at launch |
| 2 | Queue servers |
| 3 | Pick race-class |
| 4 | Level to 20 |
| 5 | Join guild |
Race-class for live
Best race-class for live
| Class | Race | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Skyborne Fire Mage | Skyborne | Wind Blessed + Combustion |
| Undead Paladin | Undead | Will of the Forsaken |
| Night Elf Rogue | Night Elf | Shadowmeld + burst |
Live launch expectations
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| New features | Yes |
| Fresh economy | Yes |
| Same races | Yes |
| Same classes | Yes |
| New raids | Yes |
FAQ
When does beta end?
December 2026 (predicted).
When does live launch?
Q1 2027 (predicted).
Final verdict
Beta ends December 2026. Live launch Q1 2027. Save beta achievements now.
For more content, see our Phase 3 Predictions, Phase 2 Launch, and Final Beta Phase articles.