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NewsAnnouncement · October 17, 2026

Stress Test moved to October 21

The open Forever Stress Test now runs on Wednesday, October 21 instead of October 19. Anyone can join — no beta key, subscription, or invite required.

5 changes in 2 sections

Systems
What changed2 · show
  • Stress Test date moved from October 19 to October 21.
  • Open to every Battle.net account; no Game Time or beta access needed.
How to get in3 · show
  • Update graphics drivers and the Battle.net app.
  • Pick World of Warcraft, open the Game Version menu, choose the Forever Stress Test under In Development, and install.
  • The beta goes offline shortly before the test and returns after it ends; the window can run short or long.