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Forever Had The Largest Beta In Franchise History
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced that World of Warcraft: Forever recently completed the largest beta in the franchise's history during the company's Q1 earnings call.
- The beta was accessible to players who pre-purchased premium bundles starting at $60, as well as through free sign-ups controlled by Blizzard, including a free stress test day.
- This approach marks a shift from previous betas, which relied solely on opt-in participation with limited Blizzard selection, to a more open model tied to paid expansions and bundles.
- Unofficial data indicates over one million characters were created during the beta, and Blizzard developer Josh Greenfield described the participation as the most significant he has seen in his 17 years at the company.
