If you’re ready to transition from The War Within, there’s promising news ahead: World of Warcraft’s eleventh expansion, Midnight, is set to be temporarily accessible in an invite-only alpha commencing on October 2. Blizzard has provided an overview of what to expect during the five phases of this alpha.

Each phase is expected to last for one week, and excitingly, player housing is one of the standout features available right from the outset during the first phase. This phase includes:

• Zone: Eversong Woods
• Content: Level-up and Arator campaigns, local tales,
• Dungeons: Windrunner Spire and Murder Row
• Delves: Collegiate Calamity, Parhelion Plaza, and The Darkway
• Delve companion: Valeera Sanguinar
• New class: Devourer Demon Hunter with class updates
• Professions: New profession updates

Following this, subsequent phases will introduce additional zones, quests, and activities designed for higher-level gameplay. Fans eagerly await the complete package which will eventually feature various activities suitable for level 90 characters, including a new Prey system aimed at enhancing gameplay dynamics. With several features planned, Midnight seems to be gearing up for an enchanting player experience, emphasizing innovations that cater to dedicated players.

Here’s the full list overview of phases:

Phase 1

• Level: 80-83
• Zone: Eversong Woods
• Story and Quests: Level-up and Arator campaigns, Arcantine, local stories
• Dungeons: Windrunner Spire, Murder Row
• Delves: Collegiate Calamity, Parhelion Plaza, The Darkway
• Classes: Devourer Demon Hunter, class updates
• Professions: New professions

If you enjoy the prospect of housing and innovative gameplay features, this expansion may be hard to resist. As a long-time player of WoW, I am curious to see if I can maintain my resolve and refrain from getting pulled back into this expansive universe.