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IGN Nordic Interview Details Biome Gear and Horizontal Progression in WoW: Forever
Published · Updated 2026-09-18
A summarized IGN Nordic interview with Blizzard designers Michael Nuthals and Tim Jones outlines WoW: Forever's approach to horizontal progression. Items can carry biome buffs, such as a speed bonus in deserts, or bonus damage against specific races like dragons. The team says Tier 2 raid loot will be stronger but player power growth will be handled responsibly, and older gear like the Onslaught Girdle should stay useful. Class balance will be reviewed alongside new spells. New quests and expanded questlines are also planned, including content around a kobold cave in northern Elwynn Forest.
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These are interview statements about design intentions rather than confirmed final numbers or mechanics, so treat specifics as subject to change. The emphasis on keeping older gear relevant could matter for how players value raid drops.
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Wowhead ↗ · Original post: 2026-09-18. Summary prepared with AI assistance and source checks.
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