The release date for World of Warcraft Midnight has been announced. The fight against the Void in Quel’thalas begins in the first quarter of 2026.
For several months, there have been speculations and hints about when the next expansion of World of Warcraft will be released. Now Blizzard has unexpectedly announced the release date, bringing clarity. It is set to start in March 2026.
When is the release of WoW Midnight? World of Warcraft Midnight will be released worldwide on March 3, 2026, at 12:00 AM German time. That is the night from Sunday to Monday. Those who want to dive in right away should perhaps start thinking about taking a day off.
Midnight release on March 3, Early Access on February 28, 2026
When is the early access to Midnight? Those who purchased the Epic Edition of Midnight will not only gain access to the current beta but also early access to the finished game (Early Access). This early access lasts at least 3 days, although in the case of The War Within it turned out to be more like 4 days. If Blizzard sticks to the 3 days this time, that would mean Friday, February 27, 2026.
What is it about? Midnight is the 11th expansion of World of Warcraft and takes place in the renewed elven lands of Quel’thalas. Areas such as the Immersang Forest and the Ghostlands have been revamped and filled with new stories. The focus is on the threat of the Void and Xal’atath. She seeks to corrupt the Sunwell in order to get closer to her goal of claiming the World Soul of Azeroth.
If you want to know more about World of Warcraft Midnight, check out our comprehensive overview of the addon.
