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The open-source progressive server unlocked Ulduar on 9 September 2026, with Joyous Journeys active until 21 September.
Onyxia reached its final Wrath tier on 6 September 2026, completing a TBC-to-ICC progression that began with the pre-patch in December 2025.
The classless private server shut down as agreed with Blizzard, with accounts and the launcher kept for a new standalone game also called Ascension.
Whitemane's rebuilt Wrath+ realm enters the final stretch with Heroic Naxxramas, personal loot, a Vulkan client and HD models.
Firestorm's reimagined BfA realm launched at the end of August 2026 with no Titanforging, an account-wide Heart of Azeroth and x2 XP.
The largest private server by population confirmed all WoW realms would close, ending a run that began in 2016.
The community-driven 1.12.1 PvP realm opened on 14 August 2026 with x1 rates, staged level caps and a no pay-to-win policy.
The fresh seasonal 5-man Wrath realm launched on 5 August 2026 with raids opening a week later.
The independent VMaNGOS-based Vanilla+ server opened on 17 July 2026 with 150+ new quests, cross-faction play, dual spec and Prestige Mode.
The 5-man WotLK project celebrated two years and 4,500+ accounts while revealing a Season 2 realm with reworked Mythic dungeons and a Great Vault.
The phased WotLK+ realm went live on 5 July 2026 with a level 20 cap, custom bracket raids and a launcher for Windows, Linux and macOS.
A new Vanilla+ project built on Turtle WoW's leaked core continues the Mysteries of Azeroth content with PvE, hardcore and PvP realms.
Weeks after the Turtle WoW and Stormforge closures, Blizzard sued the classless Ascension project over copyright infringement and donation-based monetisation.
After a community vote picked Cataclysm, Whitemane opened Gilneas on 6 June 2026 with a dynamic XP curve, a new launcher and raids two weeks later.
Two weeks after the shutdown, the Turtle WoW developers announced a new studio and plans for an MMORPG with its own world and IP.
The largest Classic+ private server switched off its realms on 15 May 2026 in compliance with the permanent injunction won by Blizzard.
Netherwing, Frostmourne, Sheilun and the rest of the Stormforge network shut down on 14 May 2026 as agreed with Blizzard.
TwinStar's fifth Kronos realm opened on 9 May 2026 with x1 rates, no custom content and a phased content plan stretching to 2028.
The Tauri/Atlantiss network confirmed it would cease all WoW-related operations, with realms staying online until 14 May and no new registrations.
Following the court settlement, Turtle WoW confirmed all realms would go offline on 15 May, pushing every realm to its final progression phase first.
The lawsuit filed in August 2025 ended with a settlement and a permanent injunction barring AFKCraft and its affiliates from operating or recreating Turtle WoW.
TwinStar announced a fresh x1 Vanilla PvP realm with a multi-year, patch-by-patch content timeline running to Naxxramas in 2028.
The multi-expansion network added Dragonflight to its line-up with a x2 realm that opened on 21 March 2026 and reached Guardians of the Dream content in July.
The custom Cataclysm server closed its first seasons on 19 February and set Firelands for the end of the month, alongside a PvP character initiative.
All Warmane realms went offline on 16 February 2026 for a database cleanup of inactive characters and a gold squish aimed at a healthier economy.
One week after the level cap rose to 80, Warmane's progressive Onyxia realm entered Wrath Phase 1 raiding.
uWoW's seasonal Legion 7.3.5 PvP realm went live on 3 January 2026 with x100 rates and a reworked gearing system.
Death Knights and the Wrath talent overhaul arrived on Onyxia as the progressive realm prepared to leave The Burning Crusade behind.
WoW Circle's new WotLK x4 realm launches with a 'No right to fail' mode that locks hardcore players to one life and x1 rates.
The Russian uWoW project revealed a seasonal 7.3.5 PvP realm with x100 XP, reworked legendaries, fated raids and a PvP overhaul.
Warmane published the transition timeline for its progressive Onyxia realm, moving from The Burning Crusade to Wrath of the Lich King over the winter.
Warborn WoW unlocked Serpentshrine Cavern, its next Tier 5 raid, with attunement required to enter.
With Blizzard's August 2025 lawsuit still pending, the Turtle WoW team released a public proposal for an official licensing model for fan-run WoW servers.
Ashen WoW, a purely Blizzlike Vanilla server, launched on September 6th, 2025. It promises an authentic x1 experience with a 2-year progressive content plan and a strict "no changes, no P2W" philosophy.
The team behind the Vanilla private server Everlook has announced they are shutting down their EU servers on September 22, 2025. The closure comes after being contacted by Blizzard Entertainment regarding copyright infringement.
Stormforge and Whitemane are launching Frostmourne, a fresh WotLK+ PvE server, on October 3rd, 2025. The server will feature x5 rates, custom raids, full cross-faction support, a Hardcore mode, and new race/class combos.
Blizzard Entertainment has filed a major lawsuit against the Turtle WoW private server, naming key staff like Torta and Shenna with their real identities. The lawsuit alleges multiple counts of copyright infringement. In response, the Turtle WoW team has stated they are "here to stay."
The WotLK 5 Man team has announced a fresh seasonal realm launching on July 25th, 2025. Current characters will be moved to an "Eternal Realm." The new season will feature numerous upgrades, including Mythic+ dungeons, a Weekly Vault system, time-limited events, and more.
The Proudmoore team has announced a new launch date of September 13th, 2025, to ensure a higher quality release incorporating player feedback. A PTR is still planned for June, and new features like an expanded Mythic+, HD Client, and revamped PvP leveling are in development.
Ascension's Conquest of Azeroth (CoA) mode enters Open Beta on May 31st! Play free until June 15th on the Drek’thar realm, level to 58, explore dungeons and an enhanced open world. PTR client required.
Ascension announces Phase 3 of the Alpha for its upcoming 'Bronzebeard' Classic+ realm, dedicated to the original 9 classes with extensive custom features, WotLK talents, and progression through Vanilla, TBC, and WotLK content.
The Wotlk 5 Man server prepares for its next progression phase with the launch of Icecrown Citadel, scaled for 5-player groups.
The Firemaw Vanilla Classic server team has announced the official launch date and time for their fresh realm.
Project Epoch's April 2025 developer log highlights significant bug squashing, progress on Website 2.0, extensive world polish, minor class adjustments, and a rethink of Undead racial knowledge. The team is nearing the home stretch for launch.
ShadowForge details server growth post-Ulduar launch, highlighting new weekly quests, buffed world bosses, scaling content, community focus, and confirms no pay-to-win.
WotLKPlus launches on April 11, 2025, with unique features and a fresh WotLK experience.
Turtle WoW unveils a major graphical overhaul of Maraudon, featuring advanced lighting, improved liquids, and brand-new environment models.
Netherwing outlines its approach to gearing, arena, battlegrounds, and open-world PvP for an authentic TBC experience.
Onyxia realm has released phase 2 content, including Serpentshrine Cavern and the Tempest Keep.
The classless WotLK server introduces a massive content patch, adding new features and improvements to its seasonal realms.
Everlook (PvP) introduces Everlook ASA, a brand-new realm aimed at improving server performance for Asian players, along with the STARFALL transfer service.