WoW Cataclysm Classic: Overview and Details

We will go over what you can expect in the upcoming World of Warcraft Cataclysm Classic launch.

WoW Cataclysm Classic: Overview and Details
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With many players eagerly awaiting the official launch of World of Warcraft Cataclysm Classic, it is important to go over all of the content we can expect to see once the expansion hits live servers.

Given how many changes were originally introduced in Cataclysm, it is great to have a small refresher as to which systems, raids, and gameplay changes were introduced following the Wrath of the Lich King expansion.

WoW Cataclysm Classic Overview
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WoW Cataclysm Classic Zones

WoW Cataclysm Classic Zones
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As with every new expansion, players will have access to brand new zones where they can reach max level. Since two new races were also added in Cataclysm, we'll get two new starting zones, namely Kezan for Goblins, and Gilneas for Worgen. Here is a list of all the end-game zones players can level in:

  • Mount Hyjal (80-82)
  • Vashj'ir (80-82)
  • Deepholm (82-83)
  • Uldum (83-84)
  • Twilight Highlands (84-85)

Given Deathwing's assault on Azeroth, many of the beloved zones also have been changed, showing just how much the dragon's rampage has shattered the delicate balance, ultimately angering the elements. 

WoW Cataclysm Classic
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WoW Cataclysm Classic Dungeons

WoW Cataclysm Classic All New Dungeons
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We will also get to experience a lot of memorable and beloved dungeons that will not only be a form of gearing for the first raid dungeons but also allow you to level up at your pace if questing is not your forte. Some of the WoW Classic dungeons will also see major changes to boss encounters and trash. 

All New Cataclysm Classic Dungeons

Level Difficulty Dungeon
10+ Normal, Heroic Deadmines 
11+ Normal, Heroic Shadowfang Keep
80+ Normal, Heroic Blackrock Caverns
80+ Normal, Heroic Throne of the Tides 
81+ Normal, Heroic The Stonecore 
82+ Normal, Heroic The Vortex Pinnacle
83+ Normal, Heroic Lost City of the Tol'vir
83+ Normal, Heroic Halls of Origination
84+ Normal, Heroic Grim Batol 

NOTE: Currently, Shadowfang Keep and Deadmines have the Normal version of the dungeons live.

Given the now available random dungeon finder tool, players will be able to queue up into groups for a much faster leveling and gearing experience in World of Warcraft Cataclysm Classic.

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WoW Cataclysm Classic Raid Dungeons

WoW Cataclysm Classic Raid Dungeons
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Another highly-anticipated feature of Cataclysm is Raid Dungeons which will help players gear up before they take on the very difficult raids of the expansion. According to Blizzard, these raid dungeons will go live on May 30 at 3:00 pm PDT globally. All of them will require players to be level 85. 

Cataclysm Classic Raid Dungeons

Difficulty Raid Dungeon
(10) Normal, (10) Heroic, (25) Normal, (25) Heroic The Bastion of Twilight
 (10) Normal, (10) Heroic, (25) Normal, (25) Heroic Blackwing Descent
(10) Normal, (10) Heroic, (25) Normal, (25) Heroic Throne of the Four Winds
WoW Cataclysm Classic Raid Dungeons
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Raid Dungeons have been a hot topic recently as some players are wondering whether gatekeepers will deny sub-optimal classes from participating, however, the Classic community so far has been more laid back and accepting of new players. 

Hopefully, the Cataclysm expansion will be met with patience and understanding, given how many bugs and errors are being reported daily by the community in the Beta version. 

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World of Warcraft

World of Warcraft

World of Warcraft (WoW) is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. Released in 2004, the game is set in the high-fantasy world of Azeroth, where players create characters and embark on quests, battle monsters, and interact with other players. WoW features a vast, open world filled with diverse regions, dungeons, and raids. The game includes various classes and races, each with unique abilities and playstyles. World of Warcraft is known for its deep lore, engaging gameplay, and vibrant community. The game receives regular updates and expansions, introducing new content, storylines, and gameplay mechanics.

Genres
MMORPG
Platform(s)
PC
Release Date
Nov 23, 2004
Price
$14.99
Developer(s)
Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher(s)
Blizzard Entertainment
ESRB Rating
T