World of Warcraft General ...

Are players able to have characters on more than one realm without paying additional fees?

There is one monthly fee to play the World of Warcraft and it applies to all of your characters, regardless of the realm on which they reside.

Are players able to host small, temporary servers on their own machines?

We do not allow players to run their own servers for World of Warcraft. A massively multiplayer online role-playing game demands a high level of server security and a well-connected community to flourish and evolve. We are focusing all of our networking efforts on creating such an environment.

Are players able to select the realm on which they play?

Yes, players are able to select the realm on which they wish to play, and can even make different characters on different realms.

Are there cinematic sequences in the game?

Yes. The Blizzard Film Department has created cinematic sequences for the World of Warcraft. The game will not have as many as our previous games, due to the nature of Massively Multiplayer Role Playing Games. You can download the main introductory cinematic for the World of Warcraft from the official site here.

Realm :

Are character names unique on each realm?

Yes. In order to promote individuality, World of Warcraft features an advanced naming system allowing players to create a unique name for their characters on each Realm.

Can Horde and Alliance characters gain faction points that allow them to utilize each others' cities?

No, unfortunately at this time we do not plan for you to be able to do this.

Can I play this game with a joystick or gamepad? Currently there are no plans to offer direct support in WoW for the use of a joystick or gamepad. The controls in the game are based on a mouse and keyboard interface.
Can I name my mount?

No. Mounts cannot be given names at this time.

Factions :

Do I have to always play on the same computer to use my characters?

No. All information about your characters is stored on our own secure servers rather than on your computer. You can access your account from any computer that has the game installed.

How does the World of Warcraft differ from other MMORPGs?

The World of Warcraft differs from other MMORPGs in many ways. One of our main goals is to ensure that players can enjoy World of Warcraft without having to invest huge amounts of playtime. Players will be able to complete quests and experience the world at their own pace-whether it be a few hours here and there, or week-long adventuring marathons. Additionally, our quest system provides an enormous variety of captivating quests with story elements, dynamic events, and flexible reward systems. The World of Warcraft also features a faster style of play, with less downtime and an emphasis on combat and tactics against multiple opponents.

Can I play this game with a joystick or gamepad?

Currently there are no plans to offer direct support in WoW for the use of a joystick or gamepad. The controls in the game are based on a mouse and keyboard interface.

Do characters have the ability to change factions?

No, specific characters can not change factions. You may have different factions on different servers or even different faction characters on the same, non PvP server.

Diablo Realms :

What is the exchange rate of money between Copper, Silver, and Gold?

100 Copper = 1 Silver. 100 Silver = 1 Gold.

What is a Game Master?

Game Masters (GMs) are the Blizzard Entertainment personnel who are available in-game to assist you with your questions, problems, etc.

What is rested experience?

When you log out in an inn or major city, you will begin to accrue rested experience. When you log back in, you will gain experience from killing monsters at a higher rate. Once your rested experience runs out, you will progress at the normal rate.

Why are some NPC vendors and quest givers not always appearing? Players have the ability to attack almost all opposing faction NPCs including vendors and quest givers. Please be aware that some quest NPCs might not always be available. If they have been killed, please wait a few minutes for the NPC to respawn.

Mailbox :

Where can I find a mailbox?

Mailboxes are usually found outside an inn, or near the bank in major cities.

Will all monsters come back after they get killed?

All creatures have a certain respawn rate, or a rate at which they will automatically replenish or come back into the game. The rate at which they respawn will vary according to the creature. Also, some creatures will respawn at the same location, while others will respawn in different locations or in the same vicinity.

*Note: Boss mobs inside instances do not respawn without resetting the instance.

Will there be any player housing in game?

We would like to include player housing, but we are working on many other things right now and need to determine whether doing so would even be plausible.

Why are there files named WTF? Is that not inappropriate?

WTF stands for WoW Text File. It is a format used with some World of Warcraft game files.

As if new races, worlds, cities, dungeons, mounts, and professions weren't enough, the expansion will also enhance the game with a wide number of small innovations that will add up to a significantly improved gaming experience. From the new Looking for Group feature to the updated Character Sheet to an incredible number of new enemy models, the game millions around the world are enjoying is about to become even better.